Compositions and processes for preparing extrudable powder blends containing
at least one vinyl chloride resin and a cellulosic material are provided. More
specifically, compositions and processes for preparing extrudable free-flowing
powder blends containing PVC and wood flour (WF) are also provided for preparing
foamed or nonfoamed extrudates. The processes provided herein incorporate components
which may contain up to a total of 25 weight percent water. Processes for preparing
foamed extrudates are also provided wherein a cooling fluid is used to increase
the expansion ratio of the foam. Finally provided are composites having an extrudable
thermoplastic substrate and at least one capstock layer disposed thereon containing
a PVC/WF composition.