Polystyrene (PS) — General Purpose

Chemical Formula(C₈H₈)ₙ
CAS Number9003-53-6

Description

General Purpose Polystyrene (GPPS) is a transparent, rigid thermoplastic used in packaging, disposable items, and electronics.

Physical Properties

Appearance: Clear glassy transparent granules Density: 1.04–1.06 g/cm³ Melt flow index: 1.5–30 g/10min Vicat softening point: 95–105°C Excellent optical clarity

Industrial Applications

• Disposable cutlery and cups • CD/DVD cases • Cosmetic packaging • Electronic housings • Laboratory ware (petri dishes) • XPS/EPS foam (when expanded)

Quality & Standards

REACH compliant. Documentation: TDS, SDS, certificates of analysis available on request. Quality meets industrial specifications.

Delivery Terms

Direct supply from manufacturing facilities to customer site. Incoterms 2020: EXW, FCA, DAP, CPT. Standard lead time 5–10 business days within Europe and beyond.

Safety & Handling

Not classified as dangerous goods. Brittle — handle to avoid sharp edges. SDS available.

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