Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), commonly known as alcohol polyvinyl, is a synthetic polymer that has garnered significant attention across various industries due to its versatility, biodegradable properties, and ability to form strong films. One of the notable brands of PVA is Selvol, a product line manufactured by Sekisui Specialty Chemicals. Selvol is a highly purified form of PVA with unique properties that make it suitable for a variety of applications ranging from adhesives to food packaging.Polyvinyl alcohol is derived by hydrolyzing polyvinyl acetate, a process that removes the acetate groups and introduces hydroxyl groups (-OH) to the polymer backbone.