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Is Polyvinylidene Difluoride vegetarian?

Polyvinylidene Difluoride

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Polyvinylidene difluoride (PVDF) is a highly non-reactive thermoplastic fluoropolymer produced by the polymerization of vinylidene difluoride, with the chemical formula (C2H2F2)n. It is used in cosmetics and various industrial applications for its chemical resistance and film-forming properties.

Also known as Polyvinylidene Fluoride, PVDF
INCI name Polyvinylidene Difluoride
CAS number 24937-79-9
CosIng ID 86933
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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