Molecular Formula: C
2H
4O
Molecular Weight: 44.05256
InChIKey: IMROMDMJAWUWLK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
A polymer prepared from polyvinyl acetates by replacement of the acetate groups with hydroxyl groups. It is used as a pharmaceutic aid and ophthalmic lubricant as well as in the manufacture of surface coatings artificial sponges, cosmetics, and other products.
From: MeSH