polyvinyl formal

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Scope note
A colorless, flexible thermoplastic resin produced by the condensation of polyvinyl alcohol with formaldehyde that is used as a structural adhesive. In conservation, plasticized polyvinyl formal film has been used to fill losses in ancient textiles.
polyvinyl formal
Accepted term: 18-Nov-2024