|   American Polymers API 500 Polystyrene  Subcategory: Polystyrene; Thermoplastic Key Words: PS Material Notes: API 500 is a heat resistant grade of impact polystyrene.  It has superior heat resistance, good impact resistance and easy colorability.
 Applications: API 500 is used in housewares, toys, containers, displays and appliance parts. Information provided by American Polymers, Inc. 
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    | DensityMelt FlowHardness, Rockwell LTensile Strength, UltimateElongation at BreakTensile ModulusFlexural ModulusIzod Impact, NotchedDeflection Temperature at 1.8 MPa (264 psi)Vicat Softening Point
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