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Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)
Polyvinyl chloride (PVC), a synthetic resin made from the polymerization of vinyl chloride. It is recognized for having remarkable chemical resistance, tensile strength, flexural and mechanical strength, low moisture absorption, exceptional dimensional stability and good flammability characteristics.
PVC (or vinyl) is used in a variety of applications in the building and construction, health care, electronics, automobile and other sectors, in products ranging from:
- Piping and siding.
- Blood bags and tubing.
- Wire and cable insulation.
- Windshield system components and much more.