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Polystyrene Foam Manufacturing in the US - Industry Market Research Report

Publisher IBISWorld
Published Jul 10, 2025
Length 47 Pages
SKU # IBSS20291363

Description

Polystyrene Foam Manufacturing in the US

Manufacturers create polystyrene foam for various products, including insulation, food packaging containers and single-use tableware, like plates and cups. Through 2023, industry revenue is expected to strengthen at a CAGR of 3.0% to $13.3 billion, despite an expected 3.5% contraction in 2023 as demand from construction markets sharply declines. Profit has been volatile over the current period, overwhelmed by rising prices in oil and plastic. For most of the period, downstream buyers, like manufacturers, food service establishments and construction companies, have increased demand for polystyrene foam. Even so, the pandemic curtailed growth, halting spending and construction activity entirely.

This industry produces a wide range of polystyrene foam products that include the following: expanded polystyrene (EPS) for food containers and cups; foam ice chests and other packaging; and insulation goods. The industry’s products are used by a wide range of downstream industries in the construction, manufacturing and hospitality sectors.

This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.

Table of Contents

47 Pages
TABLE OF CONTENTS

ABOUT THIS INDUSTRY

Industry Definition
Main Activities
Similar Industries
Additional Resources

INDUSTRY AT A GLANCE

INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE

Executive Summary
Key External Drivers
Current Performance
Industry Outlook
Industry Life Cycle

PRODUCTS & MARKETS

Supply Chain
Products & Services
Demand Determinants
Major Markets
International Trade
Business Locations

COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

Market Share Concentration
Key Success Factors
Cost Structure Benchmarks
Basis of Competition
Barriers to Entry
Industry Globalization

MAJOR COMPANIES

OPERATING CONDITIONS

Capital Intensity
Technology & Systems
Revenue Volatility
Regulation & Policy
Industry Assistance

KEY STATISTICS

Industry Data
Annual Change
Key Ratios

JARGON & GLOSSARY

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