The global production capacity of polystyrene amounted to ***** million metric tons in 2022. By 2026, it is forecast to grow slightly, with the production capacity expected to ***** million metric tons that year. This growth is partly attributable to two new planned and announced polystyrene plants that are expected to come online in Asia during that timeframe.

The global expanded polystyrene (EPS) market was valued at **** billion U.S. dollars in 2023. The EPS market is expected to experience a CAGR of five percent from 2023 to 2033, rising to a value of **** billion U.S. dollars. EPS is a white plastic foam material produced from solid beads of polystyrene.

796 Global export shipment records of Expanded Polystyrene with prices, volume & current Buyer's suppliers relationships based on actual Global export trade database.

Statistics illustrates consumption, production, prices, and trade of Polystyrene in Primary Forms in Japan from 2007 to 2024.

The Polystyrene Foam Market Report Segments the Industry by Type (Expandable Polystyrene (EPS) and Extruded Polystyrene (XPS)), End-User Industry (Building and Construction, Packaging, and More), and Geography (Asia-Pacific, North America, Europe, and More). The Market Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Value (USD).

Graph and download economic data for Producer Price Index by Industry: Polystyrene Foam Product Manufacturing (PCU3261432614) from Dec 2003 to Aug 2025 about manufacturing, PPI, inflation, industry, price index, indexes, price, and USA.

This statistic shows the production volume of polystyrene in the United States from 1990 to 2019. In 2019, the U.S. production volume of polystyrene amounted to a total of some **** million metric tons.

The global Polystyrene Foam Market size is expected to see substantial growth, increasing from USD 13.89 billion in 2024 to USD 21.16 billion by 2034, at a CAGR of over 4.3%. Leading industry players include SABIC, Total Petrochemicals, Synthos, JSP International, Knauf Industries, Asahi Kasei, Hanwha Total Petrochemicals, LyondellBasell, BASF, INEOS Styrolution, Owens Corning, Formosa Plastics, Covestro, Lotte Chemical, ExxonMobil.

Statistics illustrates consumption, production, prices, and trade of Polystyrene in Primary Forms in the Dominican Republic from 2007 to 2024.

This dataset records the number of bags of polystyrene collected each day at the Degraves Street Recycling Facility. Each bag weighs approximately 6.45 kilograms.

Graph and download economic data for Producer Price Index by Industry: Polystyrene Foam Product Manufacturing: Polystyrene Foam Food Containers (PCU32614032614021) from Jun 2006 to Aug 2025 about food, manufacturing, PPI, industry, inflation, price index, indexes, price, and USA.

The global extruded polystyrene market size is set to grow from USD 5.94 billion in 2024 to USD 8.06 billion by 2034, reflecting a CAGR of more than 3.1% between 2025 and 2034. Major companies in the industry include BASF SE, Synthos S.A., DuPont de Nemours, Saint-Gobain Isover SA, Knauf group, Owens corning, TechnoNicol.

The Polystyrene (PS) market report highlights that in 2023, the Polystyrene (PS) market was valued at USD 20.4 Billion. It is forecasted to reach USD 28.1 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a CAGR of 3.6% from 2023 to 2032.

The global production capacity of expandable polystyrene (EPS) amounted to ***** million metric tons in 2021. That was a slight increase from ***** million metric tons in 2019. With at least three planned and announced EPS plants expected to come online by 2024, the production capacity is forecast to rise to at least ***** million metric tons by 2024.

United States - Producer Price Index by Commodity: Rubber and Plastic Products: Polystyrene Foam Food Containers was 233.27500 Index Dec 2011=100 in August of 2025, according to the United States Federal Reserve. Historically, United States - Producer Price Index by Commodity: Rubber and Plastic Products: Polystyrene Foam Food Containers reached a record high of 267.86500 in September of 2022 and a record low of 99.60000 in February of 2012. Trading Economics provides the current actual value, an historical data chart and related indicators for United States - Producer Price Index by Commodity: Rubber and Plastic Products: Polystyrene Foam Food Containers - last updated from the United States Federal Reserve on October of 2025.

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Europe Polystyrene Market Size 2024-2028

The Europe polystyrene (PS) market size is forecast to increase by USD 885.9 million at a CAGR of 3.1% between 2023 and 2028. The market is witnessing significant growth due to its widespread usage in various industries, particularly in electrical and electronics, as a lightweight material for custom shapes. However, the market faces challenges related to landfill pollution from PS waste and the lack of awareness about eco-friendly alternatives. The styrene monomer, the primary raw material for PS production, is derived from crude oil, making its price volatile. In addition, PS is widely used for eco-friendly packaging and thermal insulation applications, competing with alternatives like polyethylene, polypropylene, and glass wool. To mitigate environmental concerns, the industry is focusing on research and development of biodegradable PS and recycling technologies. Despite these challenges, the market is expected to grow steadily, driven by its extensive applications in various end-use industries such as packaging, construction, and automotive.

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Polystyrene, a versatile plastic, holds a significant position in the European market due to its extensive applications in various industries. The consumer products sector is a major contributor to the polystyrene market, with its usage in food packaging and disposable cups being particularly notable. In the automotive industry, polystyrene's insulation properties make it an ideal choice for manufacturing automotive parts. The electronics industry also leverages polystyrene for its insulation capabilities in components and circuit boards. The building and construction sector utilizes polystyrene extensively in insulation boards and expandable polystyrene (EPS) for HVAC insulation.

Moreover, polystyrene's rigidity and flexibility make it suitable for both rigid and flexible packaging applications. Polystyrene's insulation properties contribute to its popularity in the consumer goods sector, particularly in the production of sustainable packaging. The recycling industry also values polystyrene for its recyclability, with recycled polystyrene being used to manufacture foam boards and bio-based products. Polystyrene is derived from styrene monomer, a crude oil byproduct. However, concerns regarding landfill pollution have led to efforts in increasing the use of recycled polystyrene and developing bio-based alternatives. The European polystyrene market is expected to grow due to the increasing demand for polystyrene in various industries. Polystyrene's versatility, insulation properties, and recyclability make it a preferred choice for manufacturers.

Market Segmentation

The market research report provides comprehensive data (region-wise segment analysis), with forecasts and estimates in 'USD million' for the period 2024-2028, as well as historical data from 2018-2022 for the following segments.

End-user

  Building and construction
  Packaging
  Others


Geography

  Europe

    Germany
    UK
    France
    Italy

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The Building and construction segment is estimated to witness significant growth during the forecast period. Polystyrene (PS), a lightweight and insulating material, holds a significant market share in Europe's building and construction sector. The increasing construction of commercial and non-residential buildings in Europe is a primary growth driver for this market. PS is a cellular plastic made up of microscopic spherical particles, which contain approximately 98% air. Its unique closed-cell architecture provides excellent insulating and shock-absorbing properties. These attributes make PS an ideal choice for various applications, including insulated panel systems for facades, walls, roofs, and floors, as well as floatation material in marinas and pontoons, and lightweight fill for railway and road construction. Moreover, the demand for eco-friendly packaging solutions is increasing, and PS is gaining popularity due to its low carbon footprint compared to other materials like Polyethylene (PE) and Polypropylene (PP).

Additionally, the use of PS in thermal insulation applications is on the rise, as it provides better insulation than glass wool. The European Union's stringent regulations on landfill pollution have further boosted the demand for PS as it is biodegradable and can be recycled, making it an eco-friendly alternative to traditional insulation materials. In conclusion, the European PS market is expected to witness steady growth due to its extensive applications in the building and construction industry, increasing demand for eco-friendly packaging, and thermal insulation requirements. The market is highly competitive, with major players competing on the basis of product innovation, pricing, and distribution networks.

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