HIPS High Impact Polystyrene
Rubber-modified high impact polystyrene for appliance liners, packaging, toys and sheet.
Options and prices
| Ref. | Melt flow / grade | USD range per tonne | Minimum order |
|---|---|---|---|
| LY1009-1 | MFI 3 | 1,450 - 1,780 | 1 × 20' container |
| LY1009-2 | MFI 5 | 1,440 - 1,760 | 1 × 20' container |
| LY1009-3 | MFI 8 | 1,440 - 1,760 | 1 × 20' container |
| LY1009-4 | MFI 15 | 1,450 - 1,780 | 1 × 20' container |
| LY1009-5 | MFI 6 V0 | 1,950 - 2,400 | 1 × 20' container |
| LY1009-6 | MFI 5 1 t | 1,450 - 1,770 | 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.
High impact polystyrene (HIPS) is rubber-modified polystyrene used for refrigerator liners, appliance housings, yoghurt cups, toys, thermoformed trays and sheet. Extruders buy low melt flow grades; injection moulders buy higher flow and flame retardant grades. Price follows styrene and butadiene, with Chinese and Korean plants setting FOB levels. 25 kg bags in container loads.
Specifications
| Melt flow (200 C / 5 kg) | 3-15 g/10 min |
|---|---|
| Izod impact (notched) | 70-130 J/m |
| Vicat softening (B50) | 90-100 C |
| Density | 1.03-1.06 g/cm3 |
| Flame retardant | UL94 V0 grades available |
| Packing | 25 kg PE bags on pallets, about 25 t per 40' container. |
| Typical origins | China, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Saudi Arabia |
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