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What is PVC?

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This lens is to educate readers about PVC. What is it? What is it made from? How is it made? Are there any health concerns? Read ahead to find out more!

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So, what is PVC anyway? 

The name PVC comes from the material from which the product was made. It is called "Polyvinyl Chloride". Generally, when people think about PVC they think of PVC pipe and PVC fittings.

PVC is produced through the chemical polymerization of a compound called vinyl chloride. Since this material is composed of 57% chlorine, it requires less crude oil to produce than many other plastics. This is what differentiates PVC from other plastics on the market, and makes it more environmentally friendly.

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Is it safe? 

The safety of PVC depends on the type of application that it is being used for. Using PVC pipe for home plumbing is completely safe, and is actually a way that homeowners can save money making repairs in their homes.

In some cases, additives called "plasticizers" are added to the pipes to allow them to operate under stress at sub-zero temperatures. Some products have been known to leach these additives into their surroundings, so the user must be aware of this risk when using an PVC pipe with plasticizers in it.

There are also some risks from producing PVC due to prolonged exposure to the main Monomer in PVC, Vinyl Chloride. In some cases, a rare liver cancer can be contracted. This risk has been almost entirely eliminated since the introduction of the "closed loop" process of polymerization in the 1970's.

Links to More Information 

Wikipedia
Wikipedia Article about Polyvinyl Chloride
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What you need to remember About PVC

PVC comes from the term "Polyvinyl Chloride"
It's chemical makeup makes it Eco-friendly
PVC pipe can be used for quick and easy home repairs
Be careful if using a pipe that contains additives like Plasticizers which may leach out of the pipes.

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