Polystyrene (HIPS) (Extrusion)
Plastics & Rubber · HS 3903.1 · verified suppliers & live price
About Polystyrene (HIPS) (Extrusion)
High-Impact Polystyrene (HIPS) for extrusion is a thermoplastic polymer combining polystyrene with butadiene rubber, offering improved impact resistance and toughness compared to general-purpose polystyrene. Primary applications include food service packaging, consumer electronics housings, appliance components, and refrigerator liners. Internationally traded grades vary by melt flow rate (MFR) and impact performance specifications, with common designations including extrusion-grade pellets optimized for injection molding and thermoforming. Major producing regions include East Asia (China, South Korea, Japan), Western Europe (Germany, France), and North America. Buyers should verify Melt Flow Index (MFR) consistency and impact strength certifications, as HIPS batches can exhibit significant performance variation depending on polybutadiene rubber content and processing conditions affecting downstream application suitability.
Specifications
- Grade / spec
- Medium impact, Extrusion
- HS code
- 3903.1
- Trading unit
- MT
- Category
- Plastics & Rubber
- Pricing basis
- Genesis Index reference
- Buyer protection
- Escrow.com · inspection on release
Genesis Sourcing Intelligence™
On the Genesis network, Polystyrene (HIPS) (Extrusion) currently matches 60+ verified suppliers across 1 country, with an indicative benchmark price. Its Genesis Sourcing Index of 64/100 reflects strong sourcing availability — expect fast, competitive firm offers, every one escrow-protected.
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Verified Polystyrene (HIPS) (Extrusion) suppliers
Frequently asked questions
What is the current price of Polystyrene (HIPS) (Extrusion)?
Polystyrene (HIPS) (Extrusion) is priced at approximately $1,382.08 per MT on the live Genesis Index. Request a quote for a firm, escrow-protected offer.
How available is Polystyrene (HIPS) (Extrusion) to source?
Polystyrene (HIPS) (Extrusion) carries a Genesis Sourcing Index of 64/100 (Strong), based on 60+ verified suppliers across 1 countries on the network and live benchmark pricing. Sourcing is strong — competitive firm offers typically return fast.
Who are verified suppliers of Polystyrene (HIPS) (Extrusion)?
Genesis Trade lists verified Polystyrene (HIPS) (Extrusion) suppliers and exporters worldwide, including Best Price Virgin General Polystyrenes Pellet GPPS HIPS, General Purpose Polystyrene GPPS Plastic Particles GPPS Plastic, Customed Precise Reliable General Purpose Extrusion Silicone, Factory Aluminium Extrusion Industrial Profile Custom Solid Extruded. Every transaction is escrow-protected.
How do I buy Polystyrene (HIPS) (Extrusion) safely?
Request a quote on Genesis Trade. Payment is held by Escrow.com — a US-licensed, regulated escrow provider — and released only after independent inspection and your confirmation of the goods.