PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride)
PVC is an acronym for Polyvinyl Chloride which is most commonly used thermoplastic polymers worldwide. Pure PVC is white in color and brittle.
C2H3CLChemical Formula of PVC
C – Carbon – 2 molecule
H – Hydrogen – 3 molecule
Cl – Chloride -1 – molecule
Forms of PVC
There are 2 forms of PVC – Rigid PVC & Flexible PVC
Rigid PVC is used in construction of Pipe, Doors, Making Bottles and food covering sheet.
Flexible PVC is used in plumbering electrical cable insulation, imitation leather, etc.
Manufacturers and Suppliers
About half of the world’s PVC is produced in China followed by Japan, North America and Western Europe.
LIST OF TOP PVC PIPE MANUFACTURERS IN INDIA
- Finolex Industries
- Astral Pipes
- Prince Pipes and Fitting
- Ashirvad Pipes Pvt Ltd
Grades of PVC
- RELIANCE PVC
- RUSSIA PVC
- KOREA PVC
- FORMOSA S65
- K 67 PVC
- SAVDIT SG 5
- SUSPENSTION GRADE
- CHINA SG 5
PVC in Indian Market
The demand for PVC in India witnessed an impressive CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) and is projected to achieve CAGR of over 6.8% by 2030. Total capacity of PVC in India is 1,640 KTA (Kilo Ton per annum) with Reliance Industries holding maximum share in its production. As India holds limited capacity to produce PVC, a sufficient demand of PVC is met through imports from other countries. Major players in Indian PVC market are Reliance Industries, Finolex Industries Ltd, Chemplast Sanmar Ltd, DCW Ltd, DCM Shriram Ltd, LG Chem , Formosa Plastics Group.