Vinyl Chloride Monomer (VCM)

Vinyl Chloride Monomer (VCM) – PVC Production Feedstock

Vinyl Chloride Monomer (VCM) is a high-volume petrochemical gas and the primary raw material used in the production of Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC). As a globally traded industrial chemical, VCM is essential for manufacturing pipes, cables, construction materials, packaging, automotive components, flooring, and countless plastic consumer products.

Produced from ethylene and chlorine, VCM plays a critical role in the global plastics and construction supply chain, making it one of the most important feedstocks in the polymer and petrochemical industries.

Key Industrial Applications of VCM

• Production of Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) resins
• Manufacturing of plastic pipes, hoses, and fittings
• Wire and cable insulation and coatings
• Packaging films and plastic containers
• Automotive interior and exterior components
• Flooring, windows, wall coverings, and furniture
• Credit cards, housewares, and construction materials

Chemical & Physical Properties

• Chemical Name: Vinyl Chloride Monomer
• CAS Number: 75-01-4
• Molecular Formula: C₂H₃Cl
• Appearance: Colorless, flammable gas with mild sweet odor
• Boiling Point: −13.4°C
• Melting Point: −153.8°C
• Highly reactive and polymerizes readily in controlled industrial processes

Why Industries Choose Bulk VCM

• Primary feedstock for PVC manufacturing
• Essential for construction, infrastructure, and packaging industries
• High-demand petrochemical raw material worldwide
• Ideal for large-scale polymer and plastics production
• Reliable supply for continuous industrial processing

Vinyl Chloride Monomer remains a cornerstone chemical in modern manufacturing, supporting global infrastructure, construction, packaging, and consumer goods industries.