Elvace® 737 is a high-solids, PVOH-stabilized, APEO-free carboxylated vinyl acetate-ethylene copolymer. It is designed as a base for high-solids specialty adhesives requiring a low VOC content. It has improved water resistance, excellent wet tack, and is resistant to plasticizer migration.

Chemical Family: Polyvinyl Alcohols & Esters, Vinyl Acetate Ethylene (VAE) Copolymer

End Uses: Solvent Free (100% Solids) Adhesive

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces: Film, Foils

Glass Transition Temperature (Tg): -5.0 °C

Features: Excellent Adhesion, Excellent Machining, Excellent Wet Tack, Fast Setting, Low VOC, Plasticizer Resistant, Poor Borax Tolerance, Water Resistance

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    Identification & Functionality

    Features & Benefits

    Applications & Uses

    Properties

    Typical Properties
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    pH4 - 5--
    Non-Volatile Content67 - 70%-
    Glass Transition Temperature-5.0°CDSC
    Weight8.7 - 9.0lbs/gal-
    Viscosity (Sp3, 20 rpm)1500 - 3000cPBrookfield
    Residual Vinyl Acetate Monomer Levelmax. 0.1%

    Safety & Health

    Safety Advice

    Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Product will irritate eyes if contact occurs. Skin irritation is possible on prolonged or repeated contact.

    Packaging & Availability

    Regional Availability
    • Europe
    • India/MiddleEast/Africa (IMEA)
    • Latin America
    • North America

    Storage & Handling

    Shelf Life
    180 Days
    Storage Condition

    Protect from freezing. Ideal storage temperature is 72°F. Stability at 72°F is min. 180 days.