Kuraray America Highlights KURARAY POVAL™ and EXCEVAL™ at Specialty Papers US 2026

Kuraray America, Inc. (KAI) participated in Specialty Papers US 2026, held October 27–28, 2026, at the Milwaukee Marriott Downtown in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. As both a Welcome Break Sponsor and exhibitor, Kuraray America showcased its sustainable, high-performance polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) solutions designed to support the evolving needs of the paper and packaging industries.

Representing Kuraray America at the event were Tim Davis, David Higginbotham, Vitor Godoy, Silverio Giesteira, and Carolina Villela Nanô, MSc. The team highlighted Kuraray's innovative material technologies, including KURARAY POVAL™ and EXCEVAL™, and their applications in sustainable paper and packaging.

Highlighting Sustainable Material Solutions

KURARAY POVAL™
KURARAY POVAL™ is a versatile, high-performance polyvinyl alcohol designed to meet the evolving requirements of paper and packaging applications. Its excellent film-forming, binding, and barrier properties make it suitable for a broad range of applications. Selected KURARAY POVAL™ grades are BPI Certified and OMRI® Listed, providing material options that support sustainability-focused applications.

EXCEVAL™
EXCEVAL™ is a hydrophobically modified polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) that offers excellent water, grease, and gas barrier performance, including under high-humidity conditions. Designed for applications in paper coatings, adhesives, and sustainable packaging, EXCEVAL™ supports the development of environmentally responsible material solutions. EXCEVAL™ is inherently biodegradable in aqueous solution and can support recyclable and re-pulpable high-barrier aqueous coating solutions. 

Supporting Innovation in Paper and Packaging

Kuraray America's participation in Specialty Papers US 2026 reinforced its commitment to advancing sustainable material technologies that address evolving industry requirements.

Through its PVOH solutions for paper and packaging, Kuraray continues to provide manufacturers with innovative materials that combine functionality, barrier performance, and sustainability.

For more information, explore Kuraray's paper and packaging solutions.