For instance, it is estimated that the market for polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), a water-soluble thermoplastic polymer predominantly used in food packaging, will record a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of more than 6% over the 2021-2026 period. To meet market requirements, Bausano introduced its special extrusion lines, of the MD Nextmover product family, for the production of water-soluble bioplastic granules, which are ideal for subsequent blown film extrusion.
What is PVA?
Polyvinyl alcohol (PvOH), also known as PVA, is a material that has a low environmental impact as it is fully biocompatible and non-toxic. It also has low oxygen permeability in the absence of moisture, according to Alessandro Ruotolo, Bausano’s Materials Engineer, who adds: “As a result, PVA films are increasingly used for the packaging of food, pharmaceuticals and personal care products, as well as in disposable packaging, such as detergent tablets. In addition, water-soluble bioplastics made from plant-based raw materials are available as an alternative to polyvinyl alcohol. In both cases, given the complexity of the material, the granulation process requires a different approach to traditional plastics, which is why all of Bausano’s special lines are a powerhouse of technology that can be fully tailored to the customer’s specific requirements.”
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