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Answers to frequently asked questions about PVC (polyvinyl chloride).
Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) is a common plastic with a lifecycle that brings a range of health and environmental risks. Additives used to enhance PVC’s properties can lead to serious health issues, including liver damage, infertility, cancer, and cognitive impairments, especially among vulnerable groups like children. The production, transport, and disposal of PVC introduce additional risks, with harmful emissions affecting both human health and ecosystems. Fortunately, safer alternatives to PVC exist for many applications.
This FAQ document, created with the support of ClientEarth, the European Environmental Bureau (EEB), the Gallifrey Foundation, HEJSupport, Rethink Plastic, Zero Waste Europe, Zero. and HCWH Europe, provides all the answers to commonly asked questions about PVC.