Japan Vam & Poval

Japan Vam & Poval is a specialized chemical manufacturer based in Japan, primarily focused on the production of vinyl acetate monomer (VAM) and polyvinyl alcohol (Poval). As a subsidiary of Kuraray, the company provides high-quality Poval resins that serve as critical excipients in the pharmaceutical industry for applications such as tablet binders, film coatings, and ophthalmic solutions. Their products are also utilized in the medical device field for the development of hydrogels and contact lenses. The company maintains significant manufacturing operations in Sakai and Okayama to serve global industrial and healthcare markets.