Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate

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Ethylene-vinyl acetate (also known as EVA or sometimes simply as "acetate") is the copolymer of ethylene and vinyl acetate. It is a polymer that approaches elastomeric materials in softness and flexibility, yet can be processed like other thermoplastics. The material has good clarity and gloss, barrier properties, low-temperature toughness, stress-crack resistance, hot-melt adhesive and heat sealing properties and resistance to UV radiation. EVA has little or no odor and is competitive with rubber and vinyl products in many electrical applications.

EVA foam is used as padding in equipment for various sports such as hockey, boxing, and mixed martial arts.

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