Vinyl Acetate Monomer Supplier — VAM 99.9% for PVAc, VAE & EVA Producers
Bulk Vinyl Acetate Monomer Supplier for Emulsion, Adhesive and Coating Producers
SUHA International Trading L.L.C. is a vinyl acetate monomer supplier serving PVAc and VAE emulsion plants, wood-glue and packaging-adhesive makers, paint producers, textile binder formulators and chemical distributors. We ship VAM 99.9% min, hydroquinone-stabilized, from Jebel Ali (UAE) and Mersin (Türkiye), with a Certificate of Analysis for every lot.
- 99.9%Min. purity
- 108-05-4CAS number
- 2915.32HS code
- UN 1301Class 3 · PG II
- 20ft / 40ftMin. order: 1 container
- 24 hFormal quote
Vinyl acetate monomer (VAM), C₄H₆O₂, CAS 108-05-4, HS 2915.32, is a clear, flammable liquid used mainly to make polyvinyl acetate (PVAc), VAE and EVA polymers for adhesives, paints and films. SUHA International supplies VAM 99.9% min, stabilized with 5–10 ppm hydroquinone, in bulk or 230 L drums, FOB Jebel Ali or Mersin or CFR/CIF to your port.
What Is Vinyl Acetate Monomer?
Vinyl acetate monomer is the ester of vinyl alcohol and acetic acid. Its reactive vinyl group lets it polymerize alone or with other monomers, so one chemical feeds a long list of water-based polymers: polyvinyl acetate (PVAc), vinyl acetate–ethylene (VAE), vinyl-acrylic copolymers and ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA).
Commercial VAM is made by reacting ethylene, acetic acid and oxygen over a palladium catalyst. Acetic acid itself is mostly made from methanol, so VAM prices move with the whole acetyls chain.
Buyers search for the same product as vinyl acetate monomer, VAM, vinyl acetate or VAM 99.9%. A note on names: the polymer in “PVA glue” is normally PVAc (polyvinyl acetate), not PVA (polyvinyl alcohol). As a bulk vinyl acetate monomer supplier we focus on what emulsion plants check first: purity, acetaldehyde, acidity, water and inhibitor level.
Vinyl Acetate Monomer Specification and Properties
Guaranteed values from our Technical Data Sheet, plus the identification and safety data your customs broker, freight forwarder and HSE team will ask for.
Specification — VAM 99.9% min
| Parameter | Unit | Specification | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purity | wt% | 99.9 min | UHDE GCL2 |
| Methyl acetate | ppm | 100 max | UHDE GCL2 |
| Ethyl acetate | ppm | 200 max | UHDE GCL2 |
| Acetaldehyde | ppm | 100 max | UHDE GCL2 |
| Acidity as acetic acid | ppm | 60 max | UHDE VA1 |
| Water content | ppm | 200 max | ASTM D1364 |
| Density @ 20 °C | g/cm³ | 0.932 – 0.933 | ASTM D4052 |
| Colour | APHA | 5 max | ASTM D1209 |
| Hydroquinone (inhibitor) | ppm | 5 – 10 | GC |
Each lot ships with its own Certificate of Analysis showing measured values and the inhibitor level.
Identification & physical properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Chemical name | Vinyl acetate (ethenyl acetate) |
| Formula / MW | C₄H₆O₂ · 86.09 g/mol |
| CAS / EC number | 108-05-4 · 203-545-4 |
| HS code | 2915.32 |
| Appearance | Clear, colourless liquid, sweet ester odour |
| Boiling point | 72.7 °C |
| Melting point | −93 °C |
| Flash point (closed cup) | −8 °C |
| Auto-ignition temperature | ≈ 385 °C |
| Explosive limits in air | 2.6 – 13.4 vol% |
| Vapour pressure @ 20 °C | 11.7 kPa |
| Solubility in water @ 20 °C | ≈ 2 g / 100 mL |
| Transport class | UN 1301 · Class 3 · PG II |
Physical data: ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Card 0347 and NOAA CAMEO Chemicals.
VAM Grades We Supply
One base product, three ways to buy it. Tell us your process and we match the grade and inhibitor level to it.
Industrial grade VAM
99.9% min, hydroquinone-stabilized. The standard feedstock for PVAc and VAE emulsions, wood glue, packaging adhesives and paint binders.
High-purity VAM
Tighter limits on acetaldehyde, acidity and colour for specialty copolymers and coatings where odour and colour stability matter.
Contract supply programmes
Fixed volumes over an agreed period with agreed packing, documents and a shipping schedule, delivered container by container.
What Is Vinyl Acetate Monomer Used For?
VAM is a building block, not a finished product. Almost every tonne is polymerized by our customers into one of these product families.
Adhesives and wood glue
PVAc and VAE dispersions are the base of white wood glue, carton sealing, labelling and paper lamination adhesives. Board plants often run PVAc next to melamine and urea resins.
Paints and coatings
Vinyl-acrylic and VAE binders for interior wall paints, primers and textured finishes. Paint makers also use DEG in paints and coatings and PE wax in coatings and inks.
EVA copolymer
Copolymerized with ethylene on high-pressure lines, the same technology used for LDPE, to make EVA for films, hot-melt adhesives, solar encapsulants and shoe foams.
PVOH and PVB
PVAc is hydrolysed with methanol and a caustic soda catalyst to make polyvinyl alcohol, which in turn is used for PVB laminated-glass interlayers, films and textile sizing.
Textiles and nonwovens
Vinyl acetate copolymers bond nonwoven fibres and give textile finishes hand-feel and abrasion resistance. See also caustic soda for textile processing.
Paper, packaging and construction
Paper and board coatings, plus VAE redispersible powders for tile adhesives, renders and dry-mix mortars. Paper mills also buy caustic soda for pulp and paper.
VAM vs Acrylic and Styrene Monomers in Emulsion Polymers
Formulators choose between these monomer families for water-based binders. Each has a clear strength; many products blend them.
| Criterion | Vinyl acetate (VAM) | Acrylic esters | Styrene |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost position | Lowest of the three in most markets | Higher | Low to medium |
| Adhesion to porous surfaces | Excellent (wood, paper, board) | Very good | Good |
| Water and alkali resistance | Moderate | Good | Very good |
| UV / outdoor durability | Moderate | Excellent | Poor (yellows) |
| Typical products | Wood glue, interior paint, VAE powders | Exterior paint, PSA | Styrene-acrylic paint, SB latex |
Synthetic rubber latex buyers may also look at styrene butadiene rubber (SBR).
VAM Packing, Shipping and Trade Terms
Vinyl acetate monomer is a Class 3 flammable liquid, so packing and paperwork follow the IMDG Code from the loading port to your door.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Packing | Bulk · or 230 L new drums (200 kg net), 4 drums strapped on each pallet |
| Minimum order | 1 container — 20ft or 40ft |
| Incoterms | FOB Jebel Ali (UAE) · FOB Mersin (Türkiye) · CFR / CIF to your port |
| Transport class | UN 1301, Vinyl acetate, stabilized · Class 3 · PG II · IMDG |
| Documents | COA · SDS · DG declaration · commercial invoice · packing list · B/L · certificate of origin |
| Quote time | Formal offer within 24 hours of a complete enquiry |
VAM Storage and Safe Handling
VAM is highly flammable and can polymerize if the inhibitor is used up. These basics protect your stock and your people; always follow the SDS for the delivered lot.
How to Order VAM from SUHA International
- Send your enquiryQuantity, packing, destination port and Incoterm.
- Receive specification and offerTechnical data and a firm FOB or CIF price within 24 hours.
- Confirm the contractProforma invoice, payment terms and shipping schedule agreed in writing.
- Loading and inspectionDG-compliant packing, COA per lot and optional third-party inspection.
- Documents and deliveryB/L, SDS, certificate of origin and DG declaration sent before arrival.
- Quantity per shipment and per year
- Packing: drums or bulk
- Required inhibitor level
- Destination port or delivery address
- Incoterm: FOB, CFR or CIF
- Application (PVAc, VAE, EVA, coatings)
Why Buyers Choose Us as Their Vinyl Acetate Monomer Supplier
Vinyl Acetate Monomer FAQ
Who is a reliable vinyl acetate monomer supplier?
SUHA International Trading L.L.C. is a vinyl acetate monomer supplier with offices in Dubai and Ankara. We supply VAM 99.9% min (CAS 108-05-4), stabilized with hydroquinone, in 230 L new drums (200 kg net) or in bulk, FOB Jebel Ali or Mersin or CFR/CIF to your port, with a Certificate of Analysis for every lot.
What is vinyl acetate monomer used for?
Most vinyl acetate monomer is polymerized into polyvinyl acetate (PVAc) and vinyl acetate–ethylene (VAE) emulsions for wood glue, packaging adhesives, paints and construction powders. It is also used to make ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA) copolymer, polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) and PVB, and binders for textiles, nonwovens and paper coatings.
What is the CAS number and HS code of vinyl acetate monomer?
Vinyl acetate monomer has CAS number 108-05-4 and EC number 203-545-4. It is classified under HS code 2915.32 (vinyl acetate). Its formula is C4H6O2 and its molecular weight is 86.09 g/mol.
Is vinyl acetate monomer dangerous goods for shipping?
Yes. VAM ships as UN 1301, Vinyl acetate, stabilized, hazard Class 3 (flammable liquid), packing group II. Its flash point is about −8 °C, so every shipment needs a dangerous goods declaration, UN-approved packaging and DG labelling.
Why does vinyl acetate monomer contain hydroquinone?
VAM can polymerize on its own during storage and transport. A small amount of hydroquinone (HQ) inhibitor prevents this. Common market levels are about 3–5 ppm or 14–17 ppm; our standard grade contains 5–10 ppm and the exact level is shown on the COA for each lot.
What is the difference between VAM, PVAc, PVA and EVA?
VAM is the liquid monomer. PVAc (polyvinyl acetate) is the polymer made from VAM and is the base of white wood glue. PVA or PVOH (polyvinyl alcohol) is made by hydrolysing PVAc. EVA is a copolymer of ethylene and vinyl acetate used in films, hot-melts and foams.
Is vinyl acetate monomer soluble in water?
Only slightly. About 2 g of vinyl acetate dissolves in 100 mL of water at 20 °C. It mixes well with most organic solvents such as alcohols, ketones, esters and aromatic solvents.
How is vinyl acetate monomer packed and shipped?
We ship VAM in bulk or in 230 L new drums (200 kg net), with 4 drums strapped on each pallet. Loading is FOB Jebel Ali (UAE) or Mersin (Türkiye), or CFR/CIF to your port, always as Class 3 dangerous goods.
What is the minimum order for vinyl acetate monomer?
The minimum order is 1 container, either 20ft or 40ft. Larger contracts can be delivered in several containers on an agreed schedule.
What documents come with a VAM shipment?
Each shipment comes with a Certificate of Analysis, Safety Data Sheet, dangerous goods declaration, commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading and certificate of origin. Other documents can be added on request.
How long can vinyl acetate monomer be stored?
Keep VAM under a nitrogen blanket at ambient temperature, grounded and bonded, away from ignition sources, acids, bases, amines and oxidizers. Hydroquinone protection is limited in time (the ICSC notes about 60 days), so use stock first-in, first-out and check the inhibitor level before long storage.
How is vinyl acetate monomer made?
Almost all VAM is made by reacting ethylene, acetic acid and oxygen in the vapour phase over a palladium catalyst. The crude product is then distilled to 99.9% purity and stabilized with an inhibitor.
What affects the price of vinyl acetate monomer?
VAM price follows ethylene and acetic acid costs, plant run rates in Asia, the US and Europe, freight and dangerous goods surcharges. Send us your quantity, packing and destination port and we will reply within 24 hours with a firm FOB or CIF offer.
Request a Vinyl Acetate Monomer Quote
Tell us the quantity, packing and destination port. Our team replies within 24 hours with a formal FOB, CFR or CIF offer.