HIPS 7240: specs and equivalent grades
TotalEnergies very high impact polystyrene (HIPS) made in Europe (Feluy, Belgium). Published data, grades from other producers to ask about, and how to request a quote from one gaylord.
Updated October 2026
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HIPS 7240 (TotalEnergies Polystyrene Impact 7240) is TotalEnergies' very high impact polystyrene (HIPS) made in Europe (Feluy, Belgium), sold for sheet extrusion for thermoformed and form-fill-seal packaging, usually blended with a high share of crystal (GPPS) polystyrene. Published melt flow is 4.5 g/10 min, measured at 200°C / 392°F, 5 kg, ISO 1133 H, and density is 1.04 g/cm³ (ISO 1183). It is made and sold mainly outside North America, so U.S. and Canadian buyers usually ask about a locally made grade with similar specs. Grades from other producers to ask about include STYRON EB6755, STYRON 421 and Styrolution PS 5400. They are not identical, so compare the data sheets and run a trial before switching.
HIPS 7240 specs from the data sheet
Typical values from TotalEnergies' published data sheet. Typical values are not specifications; the lot COA shows what you actually receive. Values only compare at the same test method and condition.
| Property | Value | Test method or note |
|---|---|---|
| Producer (brand owner) | TotalEnergies (produced by TotalEnergies One Tech Belgium, Feluy, Belgium) | Data sheet |
| Polymer | Very high impact polystyrene (HIPS) made in Europe (Feluy, Belgium) | |
| Process | Sheet extrusion for thermoformed and form-fill-seal packaging, usually blended with a high share of crystal (GPPS) polystyrene | |
| Melt flow | 4.5 g/10 min | 200°C / 392°F, 5 kg, ISO 1133 H |
| Density | 1.04 g/cm³ (ISO 1183) | |
| Flexural modulus | 1,850 MPa (268,000 psi) | ISO 178 |
| Tensile modulus | 1,950 MPa (283,000 psi) | ISO 527-2 |
| Notched Izod impact, 23°C / 73°F | 11 kJ/m² | ISO 180/1A |
| Notched Charpy impact, 23°C / 73°F | 11 kJ/m² | ISO 179/1eA |
| Tensile strength at yield | 23 MPa (3,340 psi) | ISO 527-2 |
| Elongation at break | 60 % | ISO 527-2 |
| Vicat softening point, 50 N (B50) | 87°C / 189°F | ISO 306B50 |
| HDT 1.8 MPa, annealed / unannealed | 90°C / 194°F annealed; 74°C / 165°F unannealed | ISO 75-2A |
| Additives | None stated | |
| Food contact | The producer's product page lists downloadable food contact certificates (EU, USA, MERCOSUR, China, Switzerland, Japan letter, India); the TDS itself makes no statement. Ask for the current USA food certificate for your application. |
Source data sheets are listed at the bottom of this page. Confirm against the current sheet for your exact grade code and color.
Grades to ask about instead of HIPS 7240
These grades from other producers have similar published specs. None is a drop-in replacement: additive packages, flow at molding shear rates, color and approvals differ. If your part, drawing or customer approval names HIPS 7240, any change needs your approval and usually a trial.
| Grade | Producer | Melt flow | Density | Key property | How it compares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STYRON EB6755 | Americas Styrenics (AmSty) | 3.2 g/10 min (200°C / 392°F, 5 kg, ASTM D1238) | Specific gravity 1.04 (ASTM D792) | Notched Izod 2.7 ft-lb/in (144 J/m) (ASTM D256); flexural modulus 210,000 psi (1,400 MPa) (ASTM D790) | Partial match. North American HIPS for thermoformed food packaging: AmSty lists yogurt, sour cream, deli salad and gravy packaging, containers and lids, cold temperature packaging and portion dairy containers; ESCR and deep draw capable. Producer states it complies with FDA 21 CFR 177.1640 when used unmodified. Closest use match to 7240, but MFR is about 29% lower and data are ASTM, not ISO. |
| STYRON 421 | Americas Styrenics (AmSty) | 3.9 g/10 min (200°C / 392°F, 5 kg, ASTM D1238) | Specific gravity 1.04 (ASTM D792) | Notched Izod 1.9 ft-lb/in (101 J/m) (ASTM D256); flexural modulus 330,000 psi (2,300 MPa) (ASTM D790) | Partial match. North American HIPS; AmSty lists packaging/disposables, refrigeration, appliances and consumer electronics. Producer states FDA 21 CFR 177.1640 compliance when used unmodified. MFR is within 20% of 7240, but it is a stiffer, lower impact HIPS than 7240 (a very high impact dilution grade), so check sheet toughness at your GPPS blend ratio. |
| Styrolution PS 5400 | INEOS Styrolution | 3.0 g/10 min (200°C / 392°F, 5 kg, ASTM D1238) | 1.04 g/cm³ (ASTM D792) | Notched Izod 139 J/m (ASTM D256); tensile modulus 1,862 MPa (ASTM D638) | Partial match. Sheet extrusion HIPS with ESCR; Material Data Center lists medical, packaging and refrigeration uses, USP Class VI, availability North, South and Central America. MFR about 33% lower than 7240. Confirm current North American supply with INEOS Styrolution. |
| Styrolution PS 6200 | INEOS Styrolution | 3.1 g/10 min (200°C / 392°F, 5 kg, ASTM D1238) | 1.04 g/cm³ (ASTM D792) | Notched Izod 203 J/m (ASTM D256); tensile modulus 2,137 MPa (ASTM D638) | Partial match. High impact HIPS listed for injection molding, extrusion and thermoforming; packaging; USP Class VI; North, South and Central America. MFR about 31% lower than 7240. Confirm current North American supply with INEOS Styrolution. |
From each producer's published data. Brand owners and grade names change; confirm on the current data sheet.
Typical uses for HIPS 7240
From TotalEnergies' data sheet and published listings:
- Dairy sheet for form-fill-seal
- Individual dairy pots
- Multilayer sheets in dilution with crystal polystyrene
- Cups
- Food trays
- Egg boxes
- Disposables
What to check before you switch
- Made in Europe: TotalEnergies produces 7240 in Feluy, Belgium (the data sheet says "Produced in Europe"), the product page lists origin Europe, and the grade appears in TotalEnergies' European product range. We found no U.S. data sheet. In the U.S. and Canada it would normally be imported material, so expect longer lead times and ocean freight. For North American supply, ask about the grades in the table above: STYRON EB6755 (closest use match for dairy and food packaging sheet), STYRON 421, Styrolution PS 5400 or Styrolution PS 6200.
- Same producer, made in the U.S. (not the same grade as 7240): TotalEnergies Polystyrene 960E (3.8 g/10 min; lids and containers for salad dressings, gravies and high fat dairy products) and 975E (2.8 g/10 min; dairy ESCR applications, hot drink lids), both at 200°C / 392°F, 5 kg, ASTM D1238. Ask about these if you want to stay with TotalEnergies.
- 7240 is designed for high ratio dilution with GPPS; check any substitute at your actual HIPS:GPPS blend ratio, not neat.
- 7240 data are ISO; North American sheets are ASTM. MFR is run at the same condition (200°C / 392°F, 5 kg) but by ISO 1133 vs ASTM D1238, and notched impact in kJ/m² (ISO) cannot be converted to J/m (ASTM). Compare grades on a sheet trial, not on paper.
- The 7240 product page lists a USA food certificate; for any substitute, get that producer's letter for your exact food use.
- Compare melt flow, density and impact only at the same test condition and method (ASTM vs. ISO results differ).
- Ask for the producer's food-contact or regulatory letter for the exact grade if the part needs one.
- Run a trial lot and check shrinkage, cycle time and appearance before you switch production.
Buying HIPS 7240 or an equivalent
Send us the grade name, your annual volume and ship-to location. A polymer chemist checks the data sheet and we quote HIPS 7240 where we can source it, or a qualified equivalent, saying clearly which one you would get. Orders start at one gaylord. For background on this resin family see Polystyrene grades and buying guide; for several grades at once, use the resin RFQ template.
Trade names belong to their owners. ResinBridge is not affiliated with these producers; grade names are used only to identify the material. Data reflects published sheets as of October 2026.
Sources
- polymers.totalenergies.com/7240
- polymers.totalenergies.com/sites/g/files/wompnd5016/files/site_collection_documents/Techni
- polymers.totalenergies.com/sites/g/files/wompnd5016/files/site_collection_documents/Brochu
- plastics.ulprospector.com/plastics/en/datasheet/37616/totalenergies-polystyrene-impact-724
- polymers.totalenergies.com/sites/g/files/wompnd5016/files/site_collection_documents/Techni
- polymers.totalenergies.com/sites/g/files/wompnd5016/files/site_collection_documents/Techni
- amsty.com/products/polystyrene-hips
Common questions
What is HIPS 7240?
HIPS 7240 (TotalEnergies Polystyrene Impact 7240) is TotalEnergies' very high impact polystyrene (HIPS) made in Europe (Feluy, Belgium), sold for sheet extrusion for thermoformed and form-fill-seal packaging, usually blended with a high share of crystal (GPPS) polystyrene.
What is the melt flow of HIPS 7240?
4.5 g/10 min, measured at 200°C / 392°F, 5 kg, ISO 1133 H, per the published data sheet.
What is equivalent to HIPS 7240?
Grades from other producers to ask about include STYRON EB6755, STYRON 421 and Styrolution PS 5400. None is identical; compare data sheets and run a trial, and get approval if your part names HIPS 7240.
Is HIPS 7240 food-contact compliant?
The producer's product page lists downloadable food contact certificates (EU, USA, MERCOSUR, China, Switzerland, Japan letter, India); the TDS itself makes no statement. Ask for the current USA food certificate for your application.
Can ResinBridge quote HIPS 7240?
Usually. HIPS 7240 is made mainly outside North America, so we typically quote a North American grade with similar specs, or the imported grade where it is available, and say clearly which one you would get. Orders start at one gaylord; U.S. and Canada only.
If your grade is not listed, tell us what you run. We source commodity, engineering and specialty resins.
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- Fill type and percentage, if any
- Melt flow, if you know it
- Quantity for this order and what you use in a year
- Ship-to city and state or province
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