HIPS

High Impact Polystyrene

High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS) is a low-cost, versatile plastic offering good impact resistance, processability, and dimensional stability. It is often used where ease of fabrication and moderate toughness are required.

Typical Grades

Model	Modification Type	Additives	Key Performance Indicators	Main Application Areas
WL-HIPS-FR18(V0)	Flame Retardant V-0	Flame Retardant, 12-18%	UL94 V-0 @ 3.0mm, Good processability, moderate impact strength	TV/monitor back covers, printer/copier housings, power supply housings
WL-HIPS-FR15(V2)	Flame Retardant V-2	Flame Retardant, 10-15%	UL94 V-2 @ 1.6mm, Lower cost, good processability	Electrical internal parts with slightly lower FR requirements, junction boxes
WL-HIPS-GEN	High Gloss	Formulation Specific (for Gloss)	High surface gloss	Appliance housings or panels requiring aesthetic surfaces, toys
WL-HIPS-GEN	Environmental Stress Crack Resistant	Formulation Specific (for ESCR)	Improved resistance to cracking under specific chemicals or stress	Refrigerator liners (contact with blowing agents), packaging containers