The first comprehensive handbook to cover all relevant aspect of this important industrial material group is now available. Industry experts complied this volume to give a complete account of all aspects of PVC – from monomer manufacture to polymerization; the gamut of such additives as stabilizers, lubricants, plasticizers, impact modifiers, fillers and reinforcing agents; blends and alloys; compounding and processing; characterization; combustion resistance and weatherability; product engineering design; applications; environmental and safety; and finally the PVC industry dynamics. It also updates the reader on recent innovations and current research. The unique approach of providing practical information together with a mechanistic understanding makes this book indispensable.