Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) is one of the most used plastics in the world. Global use of PVC resin exceeds 40 million tonnes per year, and the demand is growing. Globally, PVC use grows by an average of 3% per year, with higher growth rates in developing countries.
In the EU-27 + UK, Norway and Switzerland, around 4.5 million tonnes of PVC resin is consumed each year. PVC represents around 10% of all plastics used in Europe.
Due to its exceptional versatility, PVC is found in an endless array of products that, in one way or another, enhance our daily lives. Discover examples in the interactive map below, developed by VinylPlus®.