Polystyrene

Name: Polystyrene
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-018939

About Polystyrene

Listed under CAS 9003-53-6, Polystyrene is a polymer available from Vaqora Chemicals (Synthesis grade). Its molecular formula is [CH2CH(C6H5)]n. Common synonyms include Poly(1-phenylethene) and Thermocol.

It is supplied as clear to white beads. Reported physical data include a density of 1.06 g/mL at 25 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Handle it with standard laboratory precautions and appropriate personal protective equipment.

Key uses span polymer research, coatings and films and formulation development. It is used across polymers and plastics and paints and coatings.

Available in 500 g, 1 kg, 5 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs, Polystyrene is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request.

Typical applications

Polymer research
Coatings & films
Formulation development

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Polystyrene
Catalogue No.	VQ-018939
CAS Number	9003-53-6
Molecular formula	[CH₂CH(C₆H₅)]n
Grade	Synthesis
HSN code	39031990

Physical properties
Physical form	Granules
Appearance	Clear to white beads
Density	1.06 g/mL at 25 °C

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 9003-53-6

Analytical Standard

Polystyrene, analytical standard, for GPC 2,000

CAS: 9003-53-6
Formula: [CH₂CH(C₆H₅)]n

VQ-000076

Polystyrene, average Mw ~350,000, average Mn ~170,000

CAS: 9003-53-6
Formula: [CH₂CH(C₆H₅)]n

VQ-018940

Polystyrene, average, Mw 280,000

CAS: 9003-53-6
Formula: [CH₂CH(C₆H₅)]n

VQ-018941

Polystyrene, average, Mw 35,000

CAS: 9003-53-6
Formula: [CH₂CH(C₆H₅)]n

VQ-018942

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Polystyrene?

The CAS Registry Number of Polystyrene is 9003-53-6. It is also known as Poly(1-phenylethene), Thermocol.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Polystyrene?

Polystyrene has the molecular formula [CH2CH(C6H5)]n.

Which grade and pack sizes of Polystyrene can I order?

We supply Polystyrene in Synthesis grade, in 500 g, 1 kg, 5 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Polystyrene?

Yes. Every lot of Polystyrene is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Polystyrene be shipped internationally?

Yes. We export Polystyrene worldwide by air and sea freight or express courier, on EXW, FOB, CIF, CFR or DAP Incoterms, with full export documentation.