polyvinyl dichloride
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polyvinyl dichloride
(¦päl·i′vīn·əl dī′klör′īd)
(organic chemistry) A high-strength polymer of chlorinated polyvinyl chloride; it is self-extinguishing and has superior chemical resistance; used for pipes carrying hot, corrosive materials. Abbreviated PVDC.
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