Polyvinyl Butyral | 63148-65-2
Cas No :
63148-65-2
Form :
Solid
Molecular Formula :
(C8H14O2)N
Boiling Point :
400 °c
Flash Point :
230 °c
Solubility :
Soluble In Acetone, Mek, And Tetrahydrofuran; Insoluble In Water
Description :
Polyvinyl Butyral Supplier and Exporter for the UK
Chemical Bull supports Polyvinyl Butyral sourcing for UK buyers, serving compounders, adhesive manufacturers and industrial coating businesses. Share your required grade, specification and order quantity to request a supply quotation. Our role is to coordinate the offered material and commercial details against your purchasing requirements.
What Is Polyvinyl Butyral?
Polyvinyl butyral, or PVB, is a polymer used for adhesion, film formation and toughness in selected glass, coating and adhesive systems. Different grades have different composition and solubility characteristics.
CAS number: 63148-65-2. Confirm this identity against the documentation for the supplied material.
Polyvinyl Butyral Uses and Industrial Applications
Coating binders
PVB can provide adhesion and flexibility in selected primers and surface coatings. Solvent blend, polymer composition and substrate preparation influence results.
Adhesive formulation
Formulators assess suitable grades for bonding and film strength. Compatibility with plasticisers and other resins should be checked during development.
Laminated glass materials
Specially engineered PVB interlayer systems are used in laminated glass. General resin supply does not establish compliance with glazing performance standards.
Choosing the Right Polyvinyl Butyral Grade
For bulk Polyvinyl Butyral procurement, specify viscosity, hydroxyl and acetate content, moisture, molecular mass and solvent compatibility. Where the manufacturer uses a trade grade or a particular test method, include that reference in your enquiry. The offered specification should match the material you intend to approve for production.
Specify the polymer grade through the properties that affect your process, including viscosity or molecular size indicators, composition and physical form. A family name does not describe every grade. Particle distribution, moisture and residual components may affect mixing, dissolution or extrusion. Where the polymer is used in a regulated or performance-critical article, identify the finished-product requirements separately. Raw material approval is one step in that process and does not establish the final article classification.
Production Trials and Quality Checks
Assess the material on representative equipment using the actual additive package. Compare process stability and finished mechanical or film properties with the approved reference. Keep incoming test methods aligned with those used to qualify the candidate grade.
For repeat supply, agree the acceptance limits and document requirements before the first commercial order. Review the batch Certificate of Analysis against that specification, and keep a retained sample where your quality procedure requires it. If a test method differs between sources, resolve that difference before treating the results as equivalent.
Storage and Handling
Plan powder or granule transfer to limit contamination and follow the current SDS for exposure and handling controls. Observe the stated moisture and temperature requirements. Use the recommended dissolution, compounding or processing method for the grade. The correct method can change between polymers and between grades of the same polymer.
Polyvinyl Butyral MSDS, SDS and Technical Documentation
Request the current Polyvinyl Butyral MSDS or Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for the exact offered grade. The document covers hazard identification, handling, storage, exposure controls and transport information. Ask separately for the product specification, Technical Data Sheet where available, and a batch Certificate of Analysis. An SDS supports safe-use assessment; it does not replace a quality specification or demonstrate finished-product approval.
Polyvinyl Butyral Price and Bulk Supply for UK Buyers
The Polyvinyl Butyral price for UK delivery depends on the grade, quantity, packaging, source and agreed delivery terms. Include your delivery postcode, required date and purchasing frequency when requesting a quotation. State whether the destination is in Great Britain or Northern Ireland so the relevant supply arrangements can be reviewed. Availability, freight and any import responsibilities should be confirmed in the quotation before an order is placed.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is Polyvinyl Butyral?
Polyvinyl butyral, or PVB, is a polymer used for adhesion, film formation and toughness in selected glass, coating and adhesive systems. The CAS number is 63148-65-2.
2. What is Polyvinyl Butyral used for?
Applications include coating binders, adhesive formulation, laminated glass materials. The required grade and finished-product suitability depend on the actual formulation or process.
3. Is PVB resin the same as a finished glazing interlayer?
No. A finished interlayer has a defined composition, processing history and performance qualification. Raw PVB resin alone does not establish glazing suitability.
4. How can I request a bulk Polyvinyl Butyral price for the UK?
Send the product name, approved specification, required quantity, packaging preference and UK delivery postcode. Include your target date and documentation requirements for a relevant quotation.
5. Can I request a Polyvinyl Butyral MSDS?
Yes. Ask for the current SDS/MSDS for the offered grade, together with the product specification and available COA or TDS. Review the documents before approving the material.
Request a Polyvinyl Butyral Quotation
To buy Polyvinyl Butyral for a UK business requirement, contact Chemical Bull. Share your specification, quantity and delivery details. Our team can review your enquiry and confirm the offered grade, available documentation and commercial supply terms.