Poly(vinyl alcohol)
Also known as: PVA, PVAL, Poval, Gohsenol, Poly(1-hydroxyethylene), vinyl alcohol polymer, Ethenol, Polyvinyl alcohol, Poly(vinyl alcohol) macromolecule
Poly(vinyl alcohol) (CAS 9002-89-5) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C2H4O and a molecular weight of 44.053 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 230-240ºC, a boiling point of 23.5±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.8±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of -28.3±12.8 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H371 — May cause damage to organs. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 9002-89-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-21528-8
- Molecular Formula
- C2H4O
- Molecular Weight
- 44.053 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 230-240ºC |
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| Boiling Point | 23.5±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.8±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | -28.3±12.8 °C |
| Exact Mass | 44.026215 |
| PSA | 20.23000 |
| LogP | 0.26 |
| Vapor Pressure | 811.9±0.0 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.381 |
| Additional Property | soluble in hot water |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H371 — May cause damage to organs
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Fang Liu, et al. Effect of Polyvinyl Alcohol on the Rheological Properties of Cement Mortar. Molecules. 2020 Feb 10;25(3):754. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2905199090 |
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| Summary | 2905199090. saturated monohydric alcohols. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:5.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Poly(vinyl alcohol)?
The CAS number of Poly(vinyl alcohol) is 9002-89-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Poly(vinyl alcohol)?
Poly(vinyl alcohol) has molecular formula C2H4O and molecular weight 44.053 g/mol.
Is Poly(vinyl alcohol) hazardous?
Poly(vinyl alcohol) has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H371 — May cause damage to organs.
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