Expanded Polystyrene global market

Expanded Polystyrene global market

Expanded Polystyrene Global Market Research 2026

Expanded Polystyrene Global Market Research 2026 market report providing analysis of industry trends, market dynamics, regional insights, competitive landscape, and growth forecast.

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Date: 12-2025

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Global Expanded Polystyrene Market Report (2025–2036)

Market Overview

The global Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) market is valued at XX million US$ in 2025 and projected to reach XX million US$ by 2036, expanding at a CAGR of XX% during 2026–2036. EPS is a lightweight, rigid, and versatile polymer widely used in construction, packaging, and consumer goods. Growth is driven by infrastructure development, rising demand for sustainable packaging, and energy-efficient building materials.

Key Manufacturers

  • Alpek
  • The Dow Chemical Company
  • Kaneka
  • Synthos
  • Total
  • ACH Foam Technologies
  • BASF
  • NOVA Chemicals
  • SIBUR
  • StyroChem
  • SUNPOR Kunststoff
  • Synbra Holding B.V

These companies are focusing on capacity expansion, recycling technologies, and regional diversification to strengthen their market positions.

Regional Insights

The report analyzes production, consumption, market share, and growth opportunities across major regions:

  • North America: Strong demand in construction and packaging; U.S. leads in innovation and recycling initiatives.
  • Europe: Growth driven by sustainability regulations and adoption in energy-efficient building materials. Germany, France, and the UK are key markets.
  • Asia-Pacific: China dominates production capacity; India and Southeast Asia show rising demand in packaging and construction. Japan and South Korea focus on premium and specialty EPS.
  • Central & South America: Brazil and Argentina emerging in construction and consumer packaging.
  • Middle East & Africa: Growth tied to industrial diversification and infrastructure development, especially in Saudi Arabia and Turkey.

Market Segmentation

By Product Type

  • Hard Expanded Polystyrene: Used in insulation, construction, and durable packaging.
  • Soft Expanded Polystyrene: Applied in cushioning, lightweight packaging, and consumer goods.

By Application

  • Building Materials: Insulation boards, lightweight concrete, and energy-efficient construction solutions.
  • Packaging: Protective packaging for electronics, food, and consumer goods.
  • Other: Specialty uses in consumer products and industrial applications.

Study Objectives

  • Assess global EPS capacity, production, value, and consumption (2020–2024 historical, 2026–2036 forecast).
  • Profile key manufacturers and analyze competitive landscape (SWOT, market share, development strategies).
  • Identify growth drivers, restraints, risks, and opportunities across regions.
  • Map high-growth segments and submarkets.
  • Track competitive developments (expansions, agreements, product launches, acquisitions).

Key Stakeholders

  • EPS Manufacturers
  • Distributors/Traders/Wholesalers
  • Subcomponent Manufacturers
  • Industry Associations
  • Downstream Vendors

Customization Options

Chem Reports offers tailored analysis, including:

  • Regional and country-level end-use segmentation.
  • Detailed profiles of additional market players.

Global Expanded Polystyrene Market Intelligence (2025–2036)

1. Regional Analysis

  • North America: Strong demand in construction insulation and protective packaging. The U.S. leads in recycling initiatives and regulatory compliance.
  • Europe: Growth driven by sustainability regulations and adoption in energy-efficient building materials. Germany, France, and the UK are key markets.
  • Asia-Pacific: China dominates production capacity; India and Southeast Asia show rising demand in packaging and construction. Japan and South Korea focus on premium and specialty EPS.
  • Central & South America: Brazil and Argentina emerging in construction and consumer packaging.
  • Middle East & Africa: Growth tied to industrial diversification and infrastructure development, especially in Saudi Arabia and Turkey.

2. Detailed Segmentation Analysis

By Product Type

  • Hard Expanded Polystyrene: Used in insulation, construction, and durable packaging.
  • Soft Expanded Polystyrene: Applied in cushioning, lightweight packaging, and consumer goods.

By Application

  • Building Materials: Insulation boards, lightweight concrete, and energy-efficient construction solutions.
  • Packaging: Protective packaging for electronics, food, and consumer goods.
  • Other: Specialty uses in consumer products and industrial applications.

3. Porter’s Five Forces

  • Threat of New Entrants: Moderate; capital-intensive production and sustainability requirements limit entry.
  • Bargaining Power of Suppliers: Moderate; raw materials are available, but recycling feedstocks increase dependency.
  • Bargaining Power of Buyers: High; construction and packaging industries demand cost efficiency and compliance.
  • Threat of Substitutes: Moderate; alternative foams and biodegradable materials compete, but EPS remains cost-effective and versatile.
  • Industry Rivalry: High; competition among global players (Alpek, Dow, BASF, Kaneka, Synthos, Total, NOVA Chemicals, SIBUR) and regional manufacturers.

4. SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Lightweight, durable, and cost-effective.
  • Versatile applications across construction and packaging.

Weaknesses

  • Environmental concerns related to disposal.
  • Dependence on petrochemical feedstocks.

Opportunities

  • Rising demand in construction and packaging industries.
  • Expansion in recycling and eco-friendly formulations.
  • Potential in specialty applications and advanced insulation.

Threats

  • Competition from alternative foams and biodegradable materials.
  • Regulatory and environmental challenges in production and disposal.
  • Volatility in raw material prices.

5. Trend Analysis

  • Increasing demand for eco-friendly and recyclable EPS.
  • Growth in construction and packaging applications.
  • Rising use in consumer goods and specialty applications.
  • Consolidation among producers to secure raw material supply and expand capacity.
  • Emerging focus on advanced insulation and lightweight construction solutions.

6. Drivers & Challenges

Drivers

  • Expansion of construction and packaging industries.
  • Rising demand in consumer goods and industrial applications.
  • Technological advancements in EPS formulations.

Challenges

  • High capital and operating costs.
  • Competition from alternative foams and biodegradable materials.
  • Regulatory hurdles and environmental concerns.

7. Value Chain Analysis

  • Upstream: Raw material suppliers (styrene monomer, additives).
  • Midstream: EPS producers (Alpek, Dow, BASF, Kaneka, Synthos, Total, NOVA Chemicals, SIBUR, etc.).
  • Downstream: Construction, packaging, consumer goods, and industrial manufacturers.
  • End-users: Consumers, industrial operators, and commercial enterprises.

8. Quick Recommendations for Stakeholders

  • Manufacturers: Invest in recycling and eco-friendly formulations to capture premium markets.
  • Investors: Focus on Asia-Pacific and Europe with strong construction and packaging growth.
  • OEMs: Secure long-term supply contracts to mitigate raw material volatility.
  • Policy Makers: Encourage sustainable EPS production and compliance with environmental standards.
  • Researchers: Explore advanced insulation and eco-friendly alternatives to enhance sustainability.

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Table of Contents

Global Expanded Polystyrene Market Professional Survey Report
1 Industry Overview of Expanded Polystyrene
    1.1 Definition and Specifications of Expanded Polystyrene
        1.1.1 Definition of Expanded Polystyrene
        1.1.2 Specifications of Expanded Polystyrene
    1.2 Classification of Expanded Polystyrene
        1.2.1 Hard Expanded Polystyrene
        1.2.2 Soft Expanded Polystyrene
    1.3 Applications of Expanded Polystyrene
        1.3.1 Building Materials
        1.3.2 Packaging
        1.3.3 Other
    1.4 Market Segment by Regions
        1.4.1 North America
        1.4.2 Europe
        1.4.3 China
        1.4.4 Japan
        1.4.5 Southeast Asia
        1.4.6 India

2 Manufacturing Cost Structure Analysis of Expanded Polystyrene
    2.1 Raw Material and Suppliers
    2.2 Manufacturing Cost Structure Analysis of Expanded Polystyrene
    2.3 Manufacturing Process Analysis of Expanded Polystyrene
    2.4 Industry Chain Structure of Expanded Polystyrene

3 Technical Data and Manufacturing Plants Analysis of Expanded Polystyrene
    3.1 Capacity and Commercial Production Date of Global Expanded Polystyrene Major Manufacturers
    3.2 Manufacturing Plants Distribution of Global Expanded Polystyrene Major Manufacturers
    3.3 R&D Status and Technology Source of Global Expanded Polystyrene Major Manufacturers
    3.4 Raw Materials Sources Analysis of Global Expanded Polystyrene Major Manufacturers

4 Global Expanded Polystyrene Overall Market Overview
    4.1 2013-E Overall Market Analysis
    4.2 Capacity Analysis
        4.2.1 2013-E Global Expanded Polystyrene Capacity and Growth Rate Analysis
        4.2.2 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Capacity Analysis (Company Segment)
    4.3 Sales Analysis
        4.3.1 2013-E Global Expanded Polystyrene Sales and Growth Rate Analysis
        4.3.2 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Sales Analysis (Company Segment)
    4.4 Sales Price Analysis
        4.4.1 2013-E Global Expanded Polystyrene Sales Price
        4.4.2 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Sales Price Analysis (Company Segment)

5 Expanded Polystyrene Regional Market Analysis
    5.1 North America Expanded Polystyrene Market Analysis
        5.1.1 North America Expanded Polystyrene Market Overview
        5.1.2 North America 2013-E Expanded Polystyrene Local Supply, Import, Export, Local Consumption Analysis
        5.1.3 North America 2013-E Expanded Polystyrene Sales Price Analysis
        5.1.4 North America 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Market Share Analysis
    5.2 Europe Expanded Polystyrene Market Analysis
        5.2.1 Europe Expanded Polystyrene Market Overview
        5.2.2 Europe 2013-E Expanded Polystyrene Local Supply, Import, Export, Local Consumption Analysis
        5.2.3 Europe 2013-E Expanded Polystyrene Sales Price Analysis
        5.2.4 Europe 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Market Share Analysis
    5.3 China Expanded Polystyrene Market Analysis
        5.3.1 China Expanded Polystyrene Market Overview
        5.3.2 China 2013-E Expanded Polystyrene Local Supply, Import, Export, Local Consumption Analysis
        5.3.3 China 2013-E Expanded Polystyrene Sales Price Analysis
        5.3.4 China 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Market Share Analysis
    5.4 Japan Expanded Polystyrene Market Analysis
        5.4.1 Japan Expanded Polystyrene Market Overview
        5.4.2 Japan 2013-E Expanded Polystyrene Local Supply, Import, Export, Local Consumption Analysis
        5.4.3 Japan 2013-E Expanded Polystyrene Sales Price Analysis
        5.4.4 Japan 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Market Share Analysis
    5.5 Southeast Asia Expanded Polystyrene Market Analysis
        5.5.1 Southeast Asia Expanded Polystyrene Market Overview
        5.5.2 Southeast Asia 2013-E Expanded Polystyrene Local Supply, Import, Export, Local Consumption Analysis
        5.5.3 Southeast Asia 2013-E Expanded Polystyrene Sales Price Analysis
        5.5.4 Southeast Asia 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Market Share Analysis
    5.6 India Expanded Polystyrene Market Analysis
        5.6.1 India Expanded Polystyrene Market Overview
        5.6.2 India 2013-E Expanded Polystyrene Local Supply, Import, Export, Local Consumption Analysis
        5.6.3 India 2013-E Expanded Polystyrene Sales Price Analysis
        5.6.4 India 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Market Share Analysis

6 Global 2013-E Expanded Polystyrene Segment Market Analysis (by Type)
    6.1 Global 2013-E Expanded Polystyrene Sales by Type
    6.2 Different Types of Expanded Polystyrene Product Interview Price Analysis
    6.3 Different Types of Expanded Polystyrene Product Driving Factors Analysis
        6.3.1 Hard Expanded Polystyrene Growth Driving Factor Analysis
        6.3.2 Soft Expanded Polystyrene Growth Driving Factor Analysis

7 Global 2013-E Expanded Polystyrene Segment Market Analysis (by Application)
    7.1 Global 2013-E Expanded Polystyrene Consumption by Application
    7.2 Different Application of Expanded Polystyrene Product Interview Price Analysis
    7.3 Different Application of Expanded Polystyrene Product Driving Factors Analysis
        7.3.1 Building Materials of Expanded Polystyrene Growth Driving Factor Analysis
        7.3.2 Packaging of Expanded Polystyrene Growth Driving Factor Analysis
        7.3.3 Other of Expanded Polystyrene Growth Driving Factor Analysis

8 Major Manufacturers Analysis of Expanded Polystyrene
    8.1 Alpek
        8.1.1 Company Profile
        8.1.2 Product Picture and Specifications
            8.1.2.1 Product A
            8.1.2.2 Product B
        8.1.3 Alpek 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
        8.1.4 Alpek 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Business Region Distribution Analysis
    8.2 The Dow Chemical Company
        8.2.1 Company Profile
        8.2.2 Product Picture and Specifications
            8.2.2.1 Product A
            8.2.2.2 Product B
        8.2.3 The Dow Chemical Company 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
        8.2.4 The Dow Chemical Company 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Business Region Distribution Analysis
    8.3 Kaneka
        8.3.1 Company Profile
        8.3.2 Product Picture and Specifications
            8.3.2.1 Product A
            8.3.2.2 Product B
        8.3.3 Kaneka 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
        8.3.4 Kaneka 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Business Region Distribution Analysis
    8.4 Synthos
        8.4.1 Company Profile
        8.4.2 Product Picture and Specifications
            8.4.2.1 Product A
            8.4.2.2 Product B
        8.4.3 Synthos 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
        8.4.4 Synthos 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Business Region Distribution Analysis
    8.5 Total
        8.5.1 Company Profile
        8.5.2 Product Picture and Specifications
            8.5.2.1 Product A
            8.5.2.2 Product B
        8.5.3 Total 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
        8.5.4 Total 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Business Region Distribution Analysis
    8.6 ACH Foam Technologies
        8.6.1 Company Profile
        8.6.2 Product Picture and Specifications
            8.6.2.1 Product A
            8.6.2.2 Product B
        8.6.3 ACH Foam Technologies 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
        8.6.4 ACH Foam Technologies 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Business Region Distribution Analysis
    8.7 BASF
        8.7.1 Company Profile
        8.7.2 Product Picture and Specifications
            8.7.2.1 Product A
            8.7.2.2 Product B
        8.7.3 BASF 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
        8.7.4 BASF 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Business Region Distribution Analysis
    8.8 NOVA Chemicals
        8.8.1 Company Profile
        8.8.2 Product Picture and Specifications
            8.8.2.1 Product A
            8.8.2.2 Product B
        8.8.3 NOVA Chemicals 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
        8.8.4 NOVA Chemicals 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Business Region Distribution Analysis
    8.9 SIBUR
        8.9.1 Company Profile
        8.9.2 Product Picture and Specifications
            8.9.2.1 Product A
            8.9.2.2 Product B
        8.9.3 SIBUR 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
        8.9.4 SIBUR 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Business Region Distribution Analysis
    8.10 StyroChem
        8.10.1 Company Profile
        8.10.2 Product Picture and Specifications
            8.10.2.1 Product A
            8.10.2.2 Product B
        8.10.3 StyroChem 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
        8.10.4 StyroChem 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Business Region Distribution Analysis
    8.11 SUNPOR KUNSTSTOFF
    8.12 Synbra Holding B.V

9 Development Trend of Analysis of Expanded Polystyrene Market
    9.1 Global Expanded Polystyrene Market Trend Analysis
        9.1.1 Global -2025 Expanded Polystyrene Market Size (Volume and Value) Forecast
        9.1.2 Global -2025 Expanded Polystyrene Sales Price Forecast
    9.2 Expanded Polystyrene Regional Market Trend
        9.2.1 North America -2025 Expanded Polystyrene Consumption Forecast
        9.2.2 Europe -2025 Expanded Polystyrene Consumption Forecast
        9.2.3 China -2025 Expanded Polystyrene Consumption Forecast
        9.2.4 Japan -2025 Expanded Polystyrene Consumption Forecast
        9.2.5 Southeast Asia -2025 Expanded Polystyrene Consumption Forecast
        9.2.6 India -2025 Expanded Polystyrene Consumption Forecast
    9.3 Expanded Polystyrene Market Trend (Product Type)
    9.4 Expanded Polystyrene Market Trend (Application)

10 Expanded Polystyrene Marketing Type Analysis
    10.1 Expanded Polystyrene Regional Marketing Type Analysis
    10.2 Expanded Polystyrene International Trade Type Analysis
    10.3 Traders or Distributors with Contact Information of Expanded Polystyrene by Region
    10.4 Expanded Polystyrene Supply Chain Analysis

11 Consumers Analysis of Expanded Polystyrene
    11.1 Consumer 1 Analysis
    11.2 Consumer 2 Analysis
    11.3 Consumer 3 Analysis
    11.4 Consumer 4 Analysis

12 Conclusion of the Global Expanded Polystyrene Market Professional Survey Report 2017
    Methodology
    Analyst Introduction
    Data Source
List of Tables and Figures
    Figure Picture of Expanded Polystyrene
    Table Product Specifications of Expanded Polystyrene
    Table Classification of Expanded Polystyrene
    Figure Global Production Market Share of Expanded Polystyrene by Type
    Figure Hard Expanded Polystyrene Picture
    Table Major Manufacturers of Hard Expanded Polystyrene
    Figure Soft Expanded Polystyrene Picture
    Table Major Manufacturers of Soft Expanded Polystyrene
    Table Applications of Expanded Polystyrene
    Figure Global Consumption Volume Market Share of Expanded Polystyrene by Application
    Figure Building Materials Examples
    Table Major Consumers in Building Materials
    Figure Packaging Examples
    Table Major Consumers in Packaging
    Figure Other Examples
    Table Major Consumers in Other
    Figure Market Share of Expanded Polystyrene by Regions
    Figure North America Expanded Polystyrene Market Size (Million USD) (2013-2025)
    Figure Europe Expanded Polystyrene Market Size (Million USD) (2013-2025)
    Figure China Expanded Polystyrene Market Size (Million USD) (2013-2025)
    Figure Japan Expanded Polystyrene Market Size (Million USD) (2013-2025)
    Figure Southeast Asia Expanded Polystyrene Market Size (Million USD) (2013-2025)
    Figure India Expanded Polystyrene Market Size (Million USD) (2013-2025)
    Table Expanded Polystyrene Raw Material and Suppliers
    Table Manufacturing Cost Structure Analysis of Expanded Polystyrene
    Figure Manufacturing Process Analysis of Expanded Polystyrene
    Figure Industry Chain Structure of Expanded Polystyrene
    Table Capacity and Commercial Production Date of Global Expanded Polystyrene Major Manufacturers
    Table Manufacturing Plants Distribution of Global Expanded Polystyrene Major Manufacturers
    Table R&D Status and Technology Source of Global Expanded Polystyrene Major Manufacturers
    Table Raw Materials Sources Analysis of Global Expanded Polystyrene Major Manufacturers
    Table Global Capacity, Sales , Price, Cost, Sales Revenue (M USD) and Gross Margin of Expanded Polystyrene 2013-E
    Figure Global 2013-E Expanded Polystyrene Market Size (Volume) and Growth Rate
    Figure Global 2013-E Expanded Polystyrene Market Size (Value) and Growth Rate
    Table 2013-E Global Expanded Polystyrene Capacity and Growth Rate
    Table 2017 Global Expanded Polystyrene Capacity (K MT) List (Company Segment)
    Table 2013-E Global Expanded Polystyrene Sales (K MT) and Growth Rate
    Table 2017 Global Expanded Polystyrene Sales (K MT) List (Company Segment)
    Table 2013-E Global Expanded Polystyrene Sales Price (USD/MT)
    Table 2017 Global Expanded Polystyrene Sales Price (USD/MT) List (Company Segment)
    Figure North America Capacity Overview
    Table North America Supply, Import, Export and Consumption (K MT) of Expanded Polystyrene 2013-E
    Figure North America 2013-E Expanded Polystyrene Sales Price (USD/MT)
    Figure North America 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Sales Market Share
    Figure Europe Capacity Overview
    Table Europe Supply, Import, Export and Consumption (K MT) of Expanded Polystyrene 2013-E
    Figure Europe 2013-E Expanded Polystyrene Sales Price (USD/MT)
    Figure Europe 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Sales Market Share
    Figure China Capacity Overview
    Table China Supply, Import, Export and Consumption (K MT) of Expanded Polystyrene 2013-E
    Figure China 2013-E Expanded Polystyrene Sales Price (USD/MT)
    Figure China 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Sales Market Share
    Figure Japan Capacity Overview
    Table Japan Supply, Import, Export and Consumption (K MT) of Expanded Polystyrene 2013-E
    Figure Japan 2013-E Expanded Polystyrene Sales Price (USD/MT)
    Figure Japan 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Sales Market Share
    Figure Southeast Asia Capacity Overview
    Table Southeast Asia Supply, Import, Export and Consumption (K MT) of Expanded Polystyrene 2013-E
    Figure Southeast Asia 2013-E Expanded Polystyrene Sales Price (USD/MT)
    Figure Southeast Asia 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Sales Market Share
    Figure India Capacity Overview
    Table India Supply, Import, Export and Consumption (K MT) of Expanded Polystyrene 2013-E
    Figure India 2013-E Expanded Polystyrene Sales Price (USD/MT)
    Figure India 2017 Expanded Polystyrene Sales Market Share
    Table Global 2013-E Expanded Polystyrene Sales (K MT) by Type
    Table Different Types Expanded Polystyrene Product Interview Price
    Table Global 2013-E Expanded Polystyrene Sales (K MT) by Application
    Table Different Application Expanded Polystyrene Product Interview Price
    Table Alpek Information List
    Table Product Overview
    Table 2017 Alpek Expanded Polystyrene Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
    Figure 2017 Alpek Expanded Polystyrene Business Region Distribution
    Table The Dow Chemical Company Information List
    Table Product Overview
    Table 2017 The Dow Chemical Company Expanded Polystyrene Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
    Figure 2017 The Dow Chemical Company Expanded Polystyrene Business Region Distribution
    Table Kaneka Information List
    Table Product Overview
    Table 2017 Kaneka Expanded Polystyrene Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
    Figure 2017 Kaneka Expanded Polystyrene Business Region Distribution
    Table Synthos Information List
    Table Product Overview
    Table 2017 Synthos Expanded Polystyrene Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
    Figure 2017 Synthos Expanded Polystyrene Business Region Distribution
    Table Total Information List
    Table Product Overview
    Table 2017 Total Expanded Polystyrene Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
    Figure 2017 Total Expanded Polystyrene Business Region Distribution
    Table ACH Foam Technologies Information List
    Table Product Overview
    Table 2017 ACH Foam Technologies Expanded Polystyrene Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
    Figure 2017 ACH Foam Technologies Expanded Polystyrene Business Region Distribution
    Table BASF Information List
    Table Product Overview
    Table 2017 BASF Expanded Polystyrene Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
    Figure 2017 BASF Expanded Polystyrene Business Region Distribution
    Table NOVA Chemicals Information List
    Table Product Overview
    Table 2017 NOVA Chemicals Expanded Polystyrene Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
    Figure 2017 NOVA Chemicals Expanded Polystyrene Business Region Distribution
    Table SIBUR Information List
    Table Product Overview
    Table 2017 SIBUR Expanded Polystyrene Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
    Figure 2017 SIBUR Expanded Polystyrene Business Region Distribution
    Table StyroChem Information List
    Table Product Overview
    Table 2017 StyroChem Expanded Polystyrene Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
    Figure 2017 StyroChem Expanded Polystyrene Business Region Distribution
    Table SUNPOR KUNSTSTOFF Information List
    Table Synbra Holding B.V Information List
    Figure Global -2025 Expanded Polystyrene Market Size (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
    Figure Global -2025 Expanded Polystyrene Market Size (Million USD) and Growth Rate Forecast
    Figure Global -2025 Expanded Polystyrene Sales Price (USD/MT) Forecast
    Figure North America -2025 Expanded Polystyrene Consumption Volume (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
    Figure China -2025 Expanded Polystyrene Consumption Volume (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
    Figure Europe -2025 Expanded Polystyrene Consumption Volume (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
    Figure Southeast Asia -2025 Expanded Polystyrene Consumption Volume (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
    Figure Japan -2025 Expanded Polystyrene Consumption Volume (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
    Figure India -2025 Expanded Polystyrene Consumption Volume (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
    Table Global Sales Volume (K MT) of Expanded Polystyrene by Type -2025
    Table Global Consumption Volume (K MT) of Expanded Polystyrene by Application -2025
    Table Traders or Distributors with Contact Information of Expanded Polystyrene by Region

Key Manufacturers

  • Alpek
  • The Dow Chemical Company
  • Kaneka
  • Synthos
  • Total
  • ACH Foam Technologies
  • BASF
  • NOVA Chemicals
  • SIBUR
  • StyroChem
  • SUNPOR Kunststoff
  • Synbra Holding B.V

These companies are focusing on capacity expansion, recycling technologies, and regional diversification to strengthen their market positions.

Regional Insights

The report analyzes production, consumption, market share, and growth opportunities across major regions:

  • North America: Strong demand in construction and packaging; U.S. leads in innovation and recycling initiatives.
  • Europe: Growth driven by sustainability regulations and adoption in energy-efficient building materials. Germany, France, and the UK are key markets.
  • Asia-Pacific: China dominates production capacity; India and Southeast Asia show rising demand in packaging and construction. Japan and South Korea focus on premium and specialty EPS.
  • Central & South America: Brazil and Argentina emerging in construction and consumer packaging.
  • Middle East & Africa: Growth tied to industrial diversification and infrastructure development, especially in Saudi Arabia and Turkey.

Market Segmentation

By Product Type

  • Hard Expanded Polystyrene: Used in insulation, construction, and durable packaging.
  • Soft Expanded Polystyrene: Applied in cushioning, lightweight packaging, and consumer goods.

By Application

  • Building Materials: Insulation boards, lightweight concrete, and energy-efficient construction solutions.
  • Packaging: Protective packaging for electronics, food, and consumer goods.
  • Other: Specialty uses in consumer products and industrial applications.

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