US Vinyl Industry Overview

The Vinyl Industry Contributes Importantly to the U.S. Economy

$54.5 billion a year in economic value to states and communities.
$230 million a year in federal taxes from basic material production alone.
More than 350,000 American manufacturing jobs in more than 2,900 facilities across the country.
Exports of some $5 billion in 2012, estimated to grow more than 30 percent by 2017 as a result of low-cost U.S. shale gas used as both a raw material and production fuel.
Projected U.S. growth of 4 percent annually

Vinyl Has Proven Itself Safe and Vitally Important for 50 Years

PVC pipe delivers safe, clean drinking water and removes sanitary wastes, providing a non-corrosive alternativeto traditional pipe materials that leak and break, wasting an estimated 2.6 trillion gallons of water each year.
Vinyl-framed windows and reective roong membranes are the most energy ecient for the price, helping home and building owners save on heating and cooling costs.
Tough, easily cleaned vinyl ooring and wall covering help reduce the spread of pathogens in hospitals and enhance home and oce decors at an aordable price.
Vinyl siding, fencing, decking and railing make homes more weather resistant. New insulation-backed siding adds energy eciency.
Blood lasts longer in vinyl blood bags. Vinyl medical tubing resists kinking and if constricted tends to return toits original diameter and shape. Permeable, colorful vinyl enhances food packaging.