GPPS General Purpose Polystyrene
Crystal-clear general purpose polystyrene for packaging, cutlery, display and consumer goods.
Options and prices
| Ref. | Melt flow | USD range per tonne | Minimum order |
|---|---|---|---|
| LY1008-1 | MFI 3 | 1,350 - 1,620 | 1 × 20' container |
| LY1008-2 | MFI 8 | 1,340 - 1,600 | 1 × 20' container |
| LY1008-3 | MFI 12 | 1,340 - 1,600 | 1 × 20' container |
| LY1008-4 | MFI 20 | 1,350 - 1,620 | 1 × 20' container |
| LY1008-5 | MFI 30 | 1,370 - 1,650 | 1 × 20' container |
| LY1008-6 | MFI 8 1 t | 1,360 - 1,620 | 1 × 20' container |
FOB Ningbo / Ulsan / Kaohsiung, per tonne. Indicative market ranges in USD, not offers. A written offer or proforma fixes price, specification and terms. Indicative prices, updated November 2026.
General purpose polystyrene (GPPS) is a clear, rigid, easy-flowing resin for thin-wall packaging, CD and display cases, cutlery, light diffusers and sheet. Moulders and sheet extruders buy by melt flow and Vicat. Price follows styrene monomer, Asian operating rates and freight; Chinese and Korean plants set the FOB levels. 25 kg bags, container shipment to the buyer's port.
Specifications
| Melt flow (200 C / 5 kg) | 3-30 g/10 min |
|---|---|
| Vicat softening (B50) | 92-102 C |
| Light transmission | 88-90% |
| Density | 1.04-1.05 g/cm3 |
| Form | clear granules |
| Packing | 25 kg PE bags on pallets, about 25 t per 40' container. |
| Typical origins | China, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Malaysia |
Trade terms
- Price basis: FOB Ningbo / Ulsan / Kaohsiung, per tonne
- Payment: Telegraphic transfer (T/T), Letter of credit (L/C)
- Minimum order: 1 × 20' container
- Lead time: 15-30 days