What is Polystyrene PS?

Polystyrene is a versatile plastic used to make a wide variety of consumer products. As a hard, solid plastic, it is often used in products that require clarity, such as food packaging and laboratory ware. When combined with various colorants, additives or other plastics, polystyrene is used to make appliances, electronics, automobile parts, toys, gardening pots and equipment and more.

Polystyrene also is made into a foam material, called expanded polystyrene (EPS) or extruded polystyrene (XPS), which is valued for its insulating and cushioning properties.

What are the Characteristics of PS

• High surface qualities
• Shock-resistance
• Ideal for thermoforming
• Polished or mat surface
• Good pressing results
• Good electric insulator
• Approved for food-contact
• Fire resistance