Ethylene Vinyl Acetate Copolymer Supplier Malaysia
- Also known as
- EVA
- EVA Copolymer
- Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate
- Ethylene Vinyl Acetate
Ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer supplier for film, foam, hot-melt adhesive, cable and flexible moulding buyers in Malaysia. Commonly shortened to EVA, this thermoplastic copolymer is supplied as pellets and selected mainly by vinyl-acetate content, melt-flow rate and the intended processing route.
Lower-vinyl-acetate grades retain more polyethylene-like stiffness, while higher contents increase flexibility, polarity and compatibility with tackifier systems. Commercial grades are therefore grouped around film and extrusion, foam, hot-melt adhesive, moulding, cable and specialty encapsulation requirements.
EVA resin is used in flexible packaging and agricultural film, footwear and cushioning foam, hot-melt adhesives, wire and cable compounds, moulded goods and selected solar encapsulation films. It is distinct from vinyl acetate monomer, vinyl acetate-ethylene emulsion and ethylene acrylic acid copolymer.
Send the required vinyl-acetate content or current grade, melt-flow target and test basis, application, quantity and delivery location with your enquiry. Availability, packing, documentation and delivery timing are confirmed with the quotation.
- CAS number
- 24937-78-8
- Grade
- low vinyl acetate, medium vinyl acetate, high vinyl acetate, film and extrusion, hot-melt adhesive, foam
- Appearance
- translucent to opaque pellets or granules, with colour and clarity dependent on grade and additive package
Ethylene Vinyl Acetate Copolymer grades and forms
We supply several forms to suit different formulating and dosing setups. If you need a size that is not listed, ask us.
| Grade | Form | Assay | Typical use | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low-vinyl-acetate EVA resin | pellets or granules | — | Film, extrusion and moulding applications requiring polyethylene-like stiffness with improved flexibility and seal behaviour. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Medium-vinyl-acetate EVA resin | pellets or granules | — | Flexible film, footwear foam, wire and cable compounds and moulded parts balancing softness, toughness and processability. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| High-vinyl-acetate EVA resin | pellets or granules | — | Hot-melt adhesives, flexible compounds and specialty modification where higher polarity, softness and compatibility with tackifiers are required. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| EVA film and extrusion grade | free-flowing pellets | — | Flexible packaging film, agricultural film, cable compounds and sheet selected by melt index, vinyl-acetate content, clarity and seal performance. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| EVA hot-melt adhesive grade | pellets or granules | — | Packaging, bookbinding, woodworking and assembly adhesives compounded with compatible tackifier resin, wax and stabiliser packages. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| EVA foam grade | pellets or granules | — | Footwear soles, sports goods, mats, cushioning and protective components made with a matched foaming, crosslinking and filler formulation. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
How to buy ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer from ChemTrade
Request a quote for ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer
Use the form below to request a quotation. You can also email sales@chemtrademalaysia.com or send us a message on WhatsApp.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Polymer identity | thermoplastic copolymer of ethylene and vinyl acetate | — |
| Physical form | free-flowing pellets or granules | — |
| Vinyl-acetate content | grade dependent and a primary selector for flexibility, polarity and compatibility | — |
| Melt-flow rate | grade dependent; compare at the stated load, temperature and test method | — |
| Grade controls | density, clarity, seal behaviour, hardness and additive or crosslinking requirements confirmed against the selected application grade | — |
Ethylene Vinyl Acetate Copolymer applications
Safety and handling
Store EVA resin sealed in a clean, cool and dry area away from heat and direct sunlight. Protect pellets from moisture and contamination, control spills and follow the safety information for the quoted grade and additive package.
Common questions about ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer
What does vinyl-acetate content change in an EVA grade?
Increasing vinyl-acetate content generally makes EVA softer, more flexible and more polar, while lower-content grades behave more like polyethylene. The correct range depends on film, foam, adhesive or moulding performance, so send the current grade or target properties.
Which melt-flow grade should I request?
Melt-flow selection depends on the process and formulation. Film extrusion, injection moulding and hot-melt adhesive compounding can require different flow ranges. Provide the result with test temperature and load, or state the producer grade already used.
Is EVA copolymer the same as vinyl acetate monomer?
No. Vinyl acetate monomer is a reactive liquid raw material used to make polymers. EVA is the solid thermoplastic copolymer of ethylene and vinyl acetate, normally supplied as resin pellets for melting and processing.
Is EVA the same as ethylene acrylic acid copolymer?
No. EVA contains vinyl acetate comonomer, while EAA contains acrylic acid functionality. Their polarity, adhesion, processing and end uses differ, so one should not be treated as an alias or automatic replacement for the other.
What details are needed for EVA foam or hot-melt adhesive grades?
For foam, state vinyl-acetate content, melt flow, target density and hardness, plus the crosslinking or foaming process. For hot melts, include application, service temperature, viscosity target and the tackifier and wax system if it is already fixed.
How do I request an EVA copolymer price in Malaysia?
Provide the current grade or vinyl-acetate and melt-flow targets, application, quantity and delivery location. Mention any film, foam, adhesive, cable or documentation requirement so the quoted grade can be assessed correctly.