Is polystyrol a polystyrene?

Polystyrol – the crystal clear polymer. General Purpose PolyStyrene (GPPS), a product from the BASF plastics range, is a crystal-clear, high-performance polymer that is very easy to process. It is used in the packaging industry, in the household and sanitary sector.

What chemicals are used in polystyrene?

Polystyrene foam contains the chemical styrene, which has been linked to cancer, vision and hearing loss, impaired memory and concentration, and nervous system effects…the list goes on.

Is EPS foam toxic?

Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) or Styrofoam, is a petroleum-based non-biodegradable foam, which the EPA and International Agency for Research on Cancer consider styrene a “possible human carcinogen” and “that such materials can have serious impacts upon human health, wildlife, and aquatic environment, and the economy.”

Is polystyrene toxic to humans?

The disposal of polystyrene is also hazardous. Polystyrene does not break down and is often burned to be disposed of. However, burning polystyrene releases styrene gas into the air and produces a mix of toxicants that can impair the nervous system.

What is polystyrene chemistry?

polystyrene, a hard, stiff, brilliantly transparent synthetic resin produced by the polymerization of styrene. It is widely employed in the food-service industry as rigid trays and containers, disposable eating utensils, and foamed cups, plates, and bowls.

Is polystyrene insulation toxic?

Most rigid polystyrene foam insulation boards, both the EPS and XPS types, contain the toxic flame retardant HBCD, which was banned by the European Union in 2015.

Is Styrofoam toxic to humans?

Polystyrene foam not only poses a threat to human health, but can also be harmful to the environment. Foam is lightweight and is easily blown by wind or washed away by rain into water sources. It is also very brittle, and can break into small pieces that are easy for animals to eat.

What is Styrofoam poisoning?

Styrofoam is a foam plastic that does not break down or get absorbed into the body when ingested. If a large piece of styrofoam is ingested, it can cause gagging and choking. There is a chance for the piece to become stuck in the esophagus and cause mild discomfort with swallowing.

Is EPS safe?

EPS is non-toxic, chemically inert, non-irritant and odourless making it entirely safe to use across all construction applications.

What is EPS foam made of?

The foam that you formerly knew as styrofoam is actually expanded polystyrene foam or EPS. This material is made from polystyrene, a plastic that’s often used to make clear products like food packaging or lab equipment.

How do I contact BASF about a polystyrol product?

Enquiries can be sent to [email protected]. The plastic polystyrene (PS) is a standard plastic from BASF’s styrene plastics range. It is used in the packaging industry, for the internal lining of refrigerators, and as a casing material for numerous domestic and office products.

Why choose BASF for your industrial polystyrene?

“BASF was the first company to begin industrial manufacturing of polystyrene. This wealth of experience guarantees that we will be a reliable partner to our customers,” says Giorgio Greening, head of BASF’s global styrene foams business unit. The range is focused on the well-known crystal-clear products polystyrene GPPS 158K and GPPS 168N.

Why choose BASF for your Crystal-Clear products?

The range is focused on the well-known crystal-clear products polystyrene GPPS 158K and GPPS 168N. This means that, as well as the proven and very good processing properties, BASF is also able to guarantee a high level of reliability and quality consistency. Enquiries can be sent to [email protected].

What is polystyrene used for in packaging?

About polystyrene The plastic polystyrene (PS) is a standard plastic from BASF’s styrene plastics range. It is used in the packaging industry, for the internal lining of refrigerators, and as a casing material for numerous domestic and office products.