Recent Updates on the Barrier Properties of Ethylene Vinyl Alcohol Copolymer (EVOH): A Review

The gas barrier properties of ethylene vinyl alcohol copolymer (EVOH) against oxygen, carbon dioxide and water vapor have been widely investigated in relation to different material characteristics, environmental conditions and new processing technologies. Recently, EVOH is gaining more attention as...

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Published in:	Polymer reviews Vol. 58; no. 2; pp. 209 - 246
Main Authors:	Maes, Caroline, Luyten, Wout, Herremans, Geert, Peeters, Roos, Carleer, Robert, Buntinx, Mieke
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	Abingdon Taylor & Francis 03-04-2018 Taylor & Francis Ltd
Subjects:	(volatile) organic compounds Alcohol barrier properties Barriers Carbon dioxide Ethylene Ethylene vinyl alcohol copolymer EVOH Food packaging functional barrier Mineral oils Natural gas Package design permeability Water vapor
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Summary:	The gas barrier properties of ethylene vinyl alcohol copolymer (EVOH) against oxygen, carbon dioxide and water vapor have been widely investigated in relation to different material characteristics, environmental conditions and new processing technologies. Recently, EVOH is gaining more attention as a barrier material against other gases and organic substances such as aromas, flavors, fuels, chemicals (e.g., BTEX), and as a functional barrier, e.g., to avoid mineral oil migration. This review contains an update on permeability data of EVOH emphasizing its potential as a barrier material for new and versatile applications in food and pharmaceutical packaging, agriculture, construction, automotive, etc.
ISSN:	1558-3724 1558-3716
DOI:	10.1080/15583724.2017.1394323