WHAT IS PVC? PVC is known as the most versatile plastic of the world. Products range from food containers and vehicle parts to everything in between. PVC is composed of two main materials. Chlorine (salt) and Ethylene (crude petroleum) The ethylene dichloride composition transforms into Vinyl Chloride Monomer (VCM) gas at very high temperature levels. VCM is then transformed into a dust by means of chemical reaction named as polymerization. This is called as PVC. USE OF PVC PVC is extensively used in the construction sector. Products range from pipes, doors and window profiles. Other common uses are in the food and chemistry sectors.