EPE / Packaging Foam
EPE Foam for Protective Packaging.
Lightweight, closed-cell polyethylene foam for cushioning, protective inserts and transport packaging. Available in different formats to suit your product and packing process.
- Lightweight
- Closed-cell
- Custom-cut
Send your drawing, dimensions or application.
01 / Product overview
What is EPE foam?
EPE, or expanded polyethylene, is a lightweight closed-cell foam used for cushioning and protective packaging. Its cellular structure creates a buffer between a product and the forces encountered during handling and transport.
Sheets, rolls and shaped inserts offer different ways to protect a product. Select the grade, thickness and construction for its weight, geometry, contact points and packaging workflow.
Discuss your application02 / Benefits
Key benefits of EPE foam
Cushioning & protection
Creates a protective buffer during handling and transport.
Lightweight construction
Provides protective volume without adding unnecessary weight to your package.
Closed-cell structure
Closed cells help separate the product from its surroundings; select the grade for your exposure and cushioning needs.
Flexible packaging formats
Available as sheets, rolls, tubes or custom inserts to fit your packing process.
Custom-cut geometry
Product-specific insert and shape routes can be reviewed from the part geometry.
Layered protection
Layer combinations can be reviewed where the packaging brief calls for additional separation.
03 / Technical specifications
Properties & specifications
Compare the material range with your packaging requirements.
Source: company-supplied preliminary series information. These values have not been verified against approved grade-specific data sheets, test methods or tolerances. They are not guaranteed supply specifications or purchase acceptance limits.
| Property | Range / Options |
|---|---|
| Density | 18–45 kg/m³ |
| Thickness | 0.5–100 mm |
| Formats | Sheet, roll, tube and custom die-cut profile |
| Temperature range | -60°C to +80°C |
| Compressive strength | 30–50 kPa |
| Colors | White, black, red and custom options |
Ranges vary by grade. Confirm specifications and test methods for your application.
Ask about specifications04 / Available formats & custom options
Available formats & custom options
Sheets
Flat sheets for flexible cutting and secondary processing.
Rolls
Continuous rolls for wrapping, layering and general cushioning.
Tubes & profiles
Tube and shaped-profile routes for protecting rods, pipes and product-specific geometries.
Custom die-cut inserts
Precisely cut inserts for product-specific protection.
05 / Applications
Applications of EPE foam
Choose the grade and packaging layout for your product, handling conditions and protection needs.
- 01
Electronics & components
Cushioning and protective packaging for consumer electronics, industrial electronics and components.
- 02
Precision instruments
Protection for measurement devices, optical instruments and other delicate equipment.
- 03
Fragile goods
Protective inserts for glass products, displays, household appliances and other fragile goods, selected for the final packaging brief.
- 04
Packaging & logistics
Inner packaging, carton separation and layered protection during storage and transit.
06 / Quality & project review
Confirm the details before production
Agree the drawing, applicable material data and sample requirements for your project.
Dimensions & fit
Review the drawing and key dimensions to ensure the insert fits your product and packaging.
Material grade
Confirm the appropriate foam grade, color and construction for the application.
Sample approval
Evaluate a sample to check fit, function and packaging process.
Production requirements
Discuss packaging, delivery schedule and any special requirements before release.
08 / EPE foam FAQs
EPE foam FAQs
Questions to settle before ordering EPE sheets, rolls or inserts.
What is the minimum order for EPE sheets, rolls or inserts?
Please send the sheet size and count, roll width and length, or insert dimensions and piece quantity. Our team will confirm the minimum order for the selected format and grade.
How do I choose EPE for a shipping application?
Share the product weight, fragile areas, available packing space and transport conditions. Cushion thickness and density should be reviewed against the product and checked with a packaging sample.
Which specifications should I confirm before ordering?
Confirm the density, thickness, finished dimensions and required tolerances. Published ranges are preliminary series information, not approved grade-specific supply limits; agree the offered grade, specifications and test methods before production.
Can you review an insert from a sample without a drawing?
Send product photos, key dimensions and the areas that need support or clearance. Our team can review the insert requirements and confirm whether a physical sample or drawing is needed to check fit.
09 / Request a quote
Request an EPE foam quote
Share your drawing, dimensions and expected quantity so we can review the material and packaging route with you.
- Application and protection requirements
- Dimensions, thickness and preferred grade
- Expected quantity and delivery needs
- Drawing or sample, if available
Tell us about your project
Prepare an email with your project details, then attach drawings and send it from your email app.