Synonym(s)
CAS number: 9002-86-2; poly(1-chloroethylene); PVC
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Polyvinyl chloride is a polymer produced by polymerization of the monomer vinyl chloride with the linear formula: -CHCL-CH2(-CHCL-CH2-) CHCL-. Polyvinyl chloride is used in cosmetic formulations. The polymer acts as a film former (forms a film on skin, hair or nails when applied).
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