In the dynamic world of flexible packaging, the demand for materials that combine strength, clarity, and processing efficiency is higher than ever. EVA: Versatile Copolymers for Flexible Packaging (Ethylene Vinyl Acetate) copolymers meet these needs perfectly, offering a versatile and high-performance solution tailored for today’s fast-evolving industrial requirements. A&D Polymers delivers top-grade EVA copolymers designed to enhance packaging applications through superior flexibility, impact resistance, and seal integrity. Engineered with innovation and sustainability at the core, our EVA materials are empowering industries worldwide to achieve better results with greater efficiency.

Key Features and Properties

• Outstanding Flexibility: EVA copolymers offer excellent elasticity and softness, making them ideal for films and coatings.

• High Impact Strength: Maintains strength and resilience even under low temperatures, preventing brittleness.

• Superior Clarity and Gloss: Enhances visual appeal in consumer packaging through high transparency and attractive finishes.

• Excellent Sealing Performance: Facilitates strong, reliable seals at lower temperatures, boosting production efficiency.

• Chemical and UV Resistance: Provides excellent resistance to many chemicals and UV exposure, extending product shelf life.

• Customizable Vinyl Acetate Content: Available in a range of VA (vinyl acetate) levels, allowing tailored performance for specific applications.

Applications and Industries Served of EVA: Versatile Copolymers for Flexible Packaging

EVA’s versatility makes it a preferred material across numerous industries, including:

Packaging

• Food Packaging Films: Ensures freshness with high barrier properties and strong seals.

• Shrink Films and Stretch Films: Offers superior shrinkage and strength.

• Lamination Films: Ideal for multilayer structures, improving strength and clarity.

• Hot Melt Adhesives: Used in adhesives for packaging due to fast-setting properties and flexibility.

Footwear and Sports

• Shoe Soles and Sports Gear: EVA’s cushioning properties make it ideal for comfort applications.

Construction

• Sealants and Coatings: Enhances durability and weather resistance.

Medical and Agricultural

• Medical Packaging: Provides strong, safe barriers for sensitive products.

• Greenhouse Films: Used in agriculture for UV-protected flexible films.

Benefits and Competitive Advantages of EVA: Versatile Copolymers for Flexible Packaging

Choosing A&D Polymers’ EVA copolymers brings significant advantages:

• Enhanced Processability: Designed for easy extrusion, blow molding, and injection molding processes, reducing downtime and waste.

• Sustainability Focus: EVA supports thinner film production without sacrificing performance, helping reduce material consumption and environmental impact.

• Tailor-Made Solutions: Available in a broad range of melt indices and VA content, allowing precise customization based on client requirements.

• Cost-Effective Performance: Combines high performance with cost efficiency, optimizing production budgets.

• Reliable Technical Support: A&D Polymers provides expert guidance to help customers select the right grade and optimize their processes.

Technical Information of EVA: Versatile Copolymers for Flexible Packaging

Depending on the grade selected, EVA copolymers from A&D Polymers typically offer:

• Melt Flow Index (MFI): 0.5 – 50 g/10 min (varies per grade and application)

• Vinyl Acetate Content: 4% – 40%

• Density: Approximately 0.92 – 0.95 g/cm³

• Tensile Strength: Up to 30 MPa

• Elongation at Break: Over 500%, ensuring outstanding flexibility

• Processing Techniques: Suitable for film extrusion, foam molding, injection molding, and compounding.

Technical datasheets are available upon request, offering detailed performance profiles to assist in product selection and process optimization.