PVC Info

Characteristics of PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride Plastic Containers
Clarity	Transparent to bluish in color
Moisture Barrier	Fair
Oxygen Barrier	Good
Acid Resistance	Good to Excellent
Grease & Oil Resistant	Good
Maximum Utilization Temperature	158°F
Minimum Utilization Temperature	-13°F
Stiffness	Moderate to High
Impact Resistant	Poor to Good
Heat Resistance	Fair
Cold Resistance	Fair to Good
Sunlight Resistance	Fair
Specific Gravity	1.34

Other Characteristics of PVC :
PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) has excellent transparency, chemical resistance, long-term stability, and good stable electrical properties. Traditionally a rigid material, but with the addition of phthalate esters as plasticizers, PVC becomes a soft and pliable material excellent for tubing. Though it may be attacked by many organic solvents, it stands up against oils and has a low permeability to gases. In its rigid form, PVC is found in sheets for use in items such as trays.

Chemical Resistance :

Acids – Dilute	Excellent
Acids – Concentrated	Excellent
Alcohols	Excellent
Aldehydes	Poor
Bases	Excellent
Esters	Poor
Ethers	Poor
Hydrocarbons, Aliphatic	Excellent
Hydrocarbons, Aromatics	Poor
Hydrocarbons, Halogenated	Poor
Ketones	Poor
Oils, Minerals	Excellent
Oil, Vegetable	Good

PVC for Laboratories:
PVC is a good option for packaging because it is available in a great range of sizes, shape, and color. Although PVC is typically transparent it can be dyed almost any color. PVC is also a good choice for packaging based on its high resistance to diluted acids and alkalis. PVC can be sterilized by gas and chemical disinfectant.

Other uses of PVC:
Flexible PVC is used for such items as wire, cable sheathing insulation, film, floor covering, synthetic leathers, and medical tubing.

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PVC Info

Characteristics of PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride Plastic Containers