Whether we’re doing laundry or running a dishwasher, most of us are familiar with detergent products that come in a pod. In this post, we’ll look at the material used to make these pods, polyvinyl alcohol.
What is polyvinyl alcohol?
Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) is a water-soluble synthetic polymer, and we encounter it in various applications, from glue to medications to food packaging to pods.
We’ve become more familiar with this ingredient in recent years. We’ve seen more companies use PVA’s unique sturdy yet water-soluble properties to package concentrated cleaning products in an easy-to-use pod.
However, it’s not just safe to use for cleaning purposes. PVA is approved safe by the FDA for food packaging, is considered a GRAS ingredient by the FDA, and has biomedical and pharmaceutical applications as well.