Polyvinyl chloride suppliers

Polymers containing polar groups, such as polyvinyl chloride (PVC), and condensation polymers, such as Nylon 66, are more susceptible to attack than other polymers. Most commerical suppliers of polymeric materials supply data sheets which indicate resistance (and lack thereof) to common solvents. 

The pink polyvinyl chloride strapping on the beach chairs developed brown splotches in one season, despite periodic treatment with a liquid supplied by the supplier. Diagnose the problem and suggest a solution. 

ASA resins are available for blow molding, extrusion, and injection molding. ASA resins are also blended with polycarbonate, polyvinyl chloride, and acrylonitrile ethylene styrene for specific property enhancements. The main suppliers are BASF (Luran and Centrex), BP Chemicals (Barex), Bayer (Centrex), LG Chemical (LI and LE polymers), and GE (Geloy). 

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