Expandable Polystyrene (EPS) F-1000 is a thermoplastic material that expands when heated, forming a lightweight foam structure. This grade incorporates a flame-retardant additive, enhancing its safety in applications where fire resistance is important.

Key Features:

Flame Retardant: Contains a non-HBCD brominated hydrocarbon additive, improving fire resistance.
High Expandability: Can expand up to 50–95 times its original volume, allowing for lightweight foam production.
Excellent Insulation: Provides superior thermal insulation, making it ideal for energy-efficient building applications.
Moisture Resistance: The closed-cell structure prevents water absorption, maintaining performance in humid conditions.
Mechanical Strength: Offers good load-bearing capacity, suitable for structural applications.

Typical Applications:

Construction: Used in insulation boards for walls, roofs, and floors, as well as in lightweight concrete blocks and panels.
Packaging: Employed for protective packaging of fragile items due to its shock-absorbing properties.
Molded Products: Utilized in the production of disposable cups, plates, and food containers.
Floatation Devices: Applied in manufacturing life vests and buoys due to its buoyant nature.
Horticulture: Used as growing media and seedling trays, providing a lightweight and sterile environment for plants.