Polyvinyl Butyral Supplier in Malaysia
- Also known as
- PVB
Polyvinyl butyral supplier for coatings, inks, adhesives, laminated glass and technical manufacturing in Malaysia. Commonly abbreviated as PVB, this thermoplastic polyvinyl acetal is purchased either as resin powder or granules for formulation work, or as plasticised film and sheet for glass interlayers.
Coating and printing-ink grades are selected for solution viscosity, residual hydroxyl content, solvent compatibility, adhesion and film properties. Adhesive and technical binder grades serve laminating, ceramic processing and other manufacturing applications that need a cohesive thermoplastic binder.
Laminated-glass buyers require a different commercial form: finished PVB interlayer film specified by thickness, dimensions, optical quality, adhesion and mechanical criteria. Automotive and architectural glazing requirements should therefore identify the intended system rather than request generic PVB resin.
Send the form, grade, application, quantity, delivery location and relevant resin or film specification with your enquiry. Availability, packing, documentation and delivery timing are confirmed with the quotation.

- CAS number
- 63148-65-2
- Grade
- coatings and inks, adhesives and binders, laminated glass interlayer, personal care
- Appearance
- white to off-white resin powder or granules; interlayer grades are supplied as film or sheet
Polyvinyl Butyral 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coatings and printing-ink PVB resin | white to off-white powder or granules | grade defined by solution viscosity, residual hydroxyl content and moisture limits | Binder resin for protective coatings, primers and printing inks that need adhesion, film formation, flexibility and compatibility with the chosen solvent and pigment system. | Confirm the required resin pack format with the quotation. |
| Adhesive and technical binder PVB resin | powder or granular thermoplastic resin | molecular-weight or viscosity range and functional-group profile confirmed against the specification | Solvent-borne adhesives, ceramic processing, temporary binders and other technical formulations where cohesive strength and substrate adhesion are selected through the resin grade. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Laminated-glass interlayer grade PVB | plasticised film or sheet | thickness, optical, adhesion and mechanical criteria confirmed for the glazing specification | Interlayers for automotive and architectural laminated glass where the buyer specifies optical quality, adhesion, impact performance and sheet dimensions. | Confirm roll or sheet presentation and protection requirements with the quotation. |
| Personal-care formulation PVB resin | fine resin powder selected for formulation use | colour, odour, purity and film-property limits confirmed against the buyer's specification | Film-forming and binder duties in specialised cosmetic or personal-care formulations when PVB compatibility and the required sensory profile have been established by the formulator. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
How to buy polyvinyl butyral from ChemTrade
Request a quote for polyvinyl butyral
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical identity | polyvinyl butyral | — |
| Abbreviation | PVB | — |
| CAS number | 63148-65-2 | — |
| Polymer family | thermoplastic polyvinyl acetal resin | — |
| Resin appearance | white to off-white powder or granules; grade-dependent | — |
| Commercial grade controls | solution viscosity, residual hydroxyl content, acetalisation basis, moisture and volatile matter as specified | — |
| Interlayer form controls | thickness, dimensions, optical properties and adhesion criteria as specified | — |
Polyvinyl Butyral applications
Common questions about polyvinyl butyral
What is polyvinyl butyral and is it the same as PVB?
Yes. PVB is the standard abbreviation for polyvinyl butyral, a thermoplastic polyvinyl acetal polymer used as a binder resin and as the polymer basis of laminated-glass interlayers.
Are PVB resin and PVB interlayer film the same commercial form?
No. Resin grades are supplied as powder or granules for coatings, inks, adhesives and technical binding. Interlayer grades are plasticised film or sheet products specified for laminated glass.
How should a buyer choose a PVB resin grade for coatings or inks?
Match the resin's solution viscosity, residual hydroxyl content, solvent compatibility, pigment system and required film properties to the formulation. Include those criteria and the substrate in the enquiry.
Which specifications matter for PVB used as an adhesive or ceramic binder?
Buyers commonly define viscosity or molecular-weight range, functional-group profile, moisture, particle form and compatibility with the selected solvent or plasticiser. The required removal or processing behaviour should also be stated for temporary binder duties.
What information is needed for laminated-glass PVB film?
Provide the glazing application, sheet thickness and dimensions, colour or optical criteria, adhesion requirement and any relevant mechanical performance specification. Resin powder should not be requested as a substitute for finished interlayer film.
What is needed for a polyvinyl butyral quotation in Malaysia?
Send the application, resin or film form, grade, specification, quantity, delivery location and required documentation. Packing and delivery timing are then confirmed with the quotation.
