Products Polystyrene Proud Polystyrene Provider PolyQuest’s long-standing global customer base depends upon all major raw materials to support their businesses, which is why we offer the most comprehensive polystyrene portfolio in the industry, including general purpose polystyrene (GPPS), and high-impact polystyrene (HIPS). What Is PS? Known as one of the most widely used plastics in the United States, polystyrene is a synthetic aromatic polymer made from monomer styrene. It can be solid or foamed and is also an inexpensive resin, per unit weight. General purpose polystyrene is known for clarity, stiffness, and excellent processability. For more details, see benefits and characteristics below. PS Benefits General purpose polystyrene (GPPS) and high-impact polystyrene (HIPS) are key product offerings to our customers. Whether its low-temperature impact strength or a base substrate for complex barrier packages, HIPS has long provided a balance of unique characteristics that have led it to support a very diverse range of needs. If stiffness and high clarity are needed, then GPPS is your choice. We supply our customers with the most comprehensive portfolio of raw materials to support their businesses. PS Uses Appliance Components Toys Automotive Instrument Panels Automotive Gasoline Tanks Insulated Drinking Cups Computer Housings High-Impact Polystyrene (HIPS) High-impact polystyrene is a versatile, low-cost, impact-resistant polymers that are easily processed and provide good dimensional stability. Natural (HIPS) is translucent white and easily colored through the addition of pigments. HIPS Characteristics Translucent white in color Impact resistant FDA compliant Good gloss Excellent aesthetics Recyclable Easy to process, easy to paint & bond Good dimensional stability General Purpose Polystyrene (GPPS) General purpose polystyrene is a clear polymer with high stiffness and good dimensional stability. GPPS comes with either a slight blue edge or a water-clear edge tint. GPPS Characteristics Glass-like clarity Easy to process Low impact FDA compliant High gloss Excellent aesthetics Recyclable Easy to process Easy to paint & bond Colorable Looking for the Perfect Plastic Solution? Let our team of PolyQuest experts help. CONTACT US The Value-Added Distributor of Thermoplastics and a Manufacturer of Recycled Thermoplastics (910) 342-9554 Applications Bottle Film Textiles Strapping Sheet Filament BCF Compounding Injection Molding Products PET and rPET PP and rPP Polyethylene Polystyrene Discover Recycling PQRenew™ Products PQ Recycling Our Process Our Company Stewardship News Connect Contact Careers For Customers For Suppliers © 2021 PolyQuest, Inc. All Rights Reserved. View Our Privacy Policy.