High-Impact Polystyrene

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:plastic
polymer
gptkbp:abbreviation gptkb:HIPS
gptkbp:advantage Flammable
Low UV resistance
Low chemical resistance
Not biodegradable
gptkbp:alternativeName Impact polystyrene
Rubber-modified polystyrene
gptkbp:CASNumber 9003-55-8
gptkbp:color White
Yes
gptkbp:density 1.04 g/cm³
gptkbp:hasComponent Polystyrene
Polybutadiene
gptkbp:hasFlexuralModulus ~2 GPa
gptkbp:hasGlassTransitionTemperature ~100°C
gptkbp:hasProperty Opaque
Can be colored
Easy to fabricate
Good dimensional stability
Good machinability
High impact resistance
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label High-Impact Polystyrene
gptkbp:isModifiedFormOf Polystyrene
gptkbp:isRecyclable Yes
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:TotalEnergies
gptkb:LG_Chem
gptkb:Trinseo
gptkb:INEOS_Styrolution
gptkb:Versalis
gptkb:SABIC
gptkb:Formosa_Plastics
Chi Mei Corporation
gptkbp:meltingPoint ~240°C
gptkbp:processor Injection molding
Extrusion
Thermoforming
gptkbp:recyclingCode 6
gptkbp:tensileStrength ~20-30 MPa
gptkbp:usedFor Toys
packaging
Food containers
Appliance housings
Display signs
Model making
Refrigerator liners
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:HIP
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6