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Polyvinyl chloride acetate
Thermoplastic copolymer of vinyl chloride, CH2CHCl, and vinyl acetate, CH3COOCH_CH2; colourless solid with good resistance to water, concentrated acids, and alkalies; compounded with plasticizers, it yields a flexible material superior to rubber in ageing properties; used for cable and wire coverings and protective garments.
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