PVC Formulary, Fourth Edition provides PVC manufacturers, processers, and users with key information on product development, formulation, additives, and properties. The book contains a trove of data and formulations that aids in the successful development of PVC products and evaluation of formulas that others use. Commercial types and grades, polymer forms, and physical-chemical properties of PVC are discussed in detail, with all essential information required for the decision-making process clearly presented. The book contains over 600 formulations of products belonging to 23 categories that are derived from characteristic methods of production.

A broad selection of formulations is used in each category to determine the essential components of formulations used in a particular method of processing, the most important parameters of successful products, troubleshooting information, and suggestions of further sources of information on the method of processing.

• Provides a comprehensive and data-rich guide to PVC and its additives, enabling easier and more effective materials selection
• Includes over 600 formulations, along with methods of processing and troubleshooting information
• Presents critical data on physical properties, mechanical properties, health and safety, and environmental information for PVC and its products