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Is Polyvinyl Acetate vegetarian?

Polyvinyl Acetate

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Polyvinyl acetate (PVAc) is a synthetic polymer made from the homopolymerization of vinyl acetate monomer, widely used as an adhesive (wood glue), in paints, and as a film-forming agent in cosmetics.

Also known as Acetic acid ethenyl ester, homopolymer, PVA, PVAc, Vinyl acetate homopolymer, Wood glue
INCI name Polyvinyl Acetate
CAS number 9003-20-7
CosIng ID 36908
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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