PVA 2488 is the industry standard polyvinyl alcohol owing to its water solubility, extremely cohesive film structures and strong shelf life. Its shelf life, if kept under controlled conditions, is about 12 months. It is worth paying careful attention to the conditions of storage of PVA 2488 for the purposes of applications. The shelf life of the PVA 2488 also aids the companies in understanding the ideal cutting point for orders, thus helping them incorporate the material into their processes only when it has not lost its quality to overwear.