PVP (polyvinylpyrrolidone) is a versatile water-soluble polymer widely used as a binder, film-former, and stabilizer across multiple industries.
Product · K-Series Overview
PVP (Polyvinylpyrrolidone)
Grade Comparison
Each grade links to its dedicated product page. Select a grade for detailed specifications.
K12 / K15 / K17View Details
K-value 10.2–18.4 · Low viscosity
Injectables, ophthalmic, beverage clarification, nanoparticle research
K30View Details
K-value 27.0–32.4 · Medium viscosity
Tablet binder, film former, solubilizer, membrane, battery
K90View Details
K-value 85.0–95.5 · High viscosity
Sustained-release, strong-hold hair styling, emulsion stabilization
K120View Details
K-value 110.0–125.0 · Very high viscosity
Stiff-hold hair styling, suspending & dispersing, foam stabilization (industrial/cosmetic grade)
Documentation
- Certificate of Analysis (CoA) with every shipment
- Pharmacopoeia compliance (USP/EP/JP)— applies to pharmaceutical-grade products (K12–K90)
- MSDS / TDS available on request
Key Applications
PVP K-series across pharmaceutical, cosmetic, membrane, battery, and beverage applications.
Pharmaceutical Industry
Tablet binders, film formers, solubilizers, and sustained-release matrix polymers for oral solid and topical dosage forms.
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Cosmetics Industry
Film-forming and thickening polymers for hair styling, skincare, and emulsion stabilization.
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Membrane Manufacturing
Hydrophilic pore-forming additive for PES, PVDF, and PAN hollow-fiber ultrafiltration membranes.
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Battery Materials
Cathode slurry dispersant for LFP and NCM lithium-ion systems — improves coating consistency and cycling stability.
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Beverage Clarification
PVP K15 as a clarifying and color-stabilizing agent in beer and wine processing.
Learn moreNVP (N-Vinylpyrrolidone), the monomer used to produce PVP, is also available —view NVP details