Polystyrene imports to Russia in January reduced twice

MOSCOW (MRC) -- Import supplies of polystyrene and styrene plastics to the Russian market in January reduced twice and made 7.8 KT, according to MRC DataScope.

The biggest recession fell at EPS. Low buying activity in winter period as well as increased cost of materials in the external markets resulted in lowered volumes of supplies by 2 KT compared to the previous month.

The imports of GPPS reduced by 52% compared to December. Import supplies of this material from Europe under the pressure of seasonal factor decreased by 1.2 KT.

At that the biggest recession of imports fell at GPPS, meant for injection-molding and extrusion. 

In February a considerable growth of polystyrene imports is not expected.

By late February the growth of EPS supplies is expected in connection with the preparation of the Russian companies for a new season in 2011.

mrcplast.com