Polyvinyl acetate (PVAc) is a synthetic polymer produced by the polymerization of vinyl acetate. The formula for polyvinyl acetate is (C4H6O2)n, where n is the number of monomer units. PVAc is a colorless, transparent, and thermoplastic material. It is soluble in organic solvents such as acetone and ethyl acetate. PVAc is used in a wide variety of applications, including adhesives, paints, and coatings.