PVOH, or Polyvinyl Alcohol, is a synthetic organic polymer derived from polyvinyl acetate through a process known as hydrolysis. During hydrolysis, the acetate groups in polyvinyl acetate are replaced with hydroxyl groups (-OH), resulting in the formation of PVOH. One of its distinctive characteristics is its water solubility, making it readily dissolvable in aqueous environments. Additionally, PVOH is biodegradable when exposed to water, further contributing to its eco-friendly properties.