PP Board — Lightweight Waterproof Polypropylene Plastic Board for Packaging, Signage & Construction
“PP board” is the most common generic search term for polypropylene plastic panels. If you have arrived here, you likely know three things: you need a plastic board, you have heard that polypropylene is the right material, and you want to quickly understand your options before contacting a supplier.
PPBOXY manufactures PP board at our Shandong facility in the format that gives this material its name: twin-wall (corrugated) polypropylene — two flat PP skins connected by parallel internal ribs that provide structural rigidity at roughly one-fifth the weight of a solid PP panel. The board is waterproof, chemical-resistant, impact-resistant, and 100% recyclable as PP #5.
The standard format is 1,220 × 2,440 mm (4 × 8 ft) in thicknesses from 2 to 12 mm. Standard colors are white, black, and blue; custom colors, sizes, and specialty grades (UV-extended, flame-retardant, anti-static, food-grade) are available. No minimum order quantity applies to standard sheets.
For a deeper technical dive into specific PP board variants — including full specification tables, material comparison charts, and detailed FAQs for each grade — use the routing table below.
| Board Variant |
Idéal pour |
Aller à |
| Standard Twin-Wall PP Board |
General packaging, signage, protection |
This page |
| High-Density Corrugated |
Heavy-duty packaging, structural uses |
PP Corrugated Sheet → |
| Signage-Grade Hollow Board |
Real estate signs, retail displays, corona-treated |
PP Hollow Board → |
| Flame-Retardant (UL 94 V-0) |
Construction partitions, electrical enclosures |
PP Flame Retardant Sheet → |
| Honeycomb Core |
Maximum compression strength, pallet pads |
PP Honeycomb Board → |
| All PP Sheet & Board Types |
Full navigation hub |
PP Sheet → |
Caractéristiques techniques
| Parameter |
Standard PP Board |
| Matériau |
Polypropylene (PP) — virgin or recycled |
| Structure |
Twin-wall corrugated (fluted) |
| Standard Size |
1,220 × 2,440 mm (4 × 8 ft) |
| Dimensions personnalisées |
Up to 2,100 × 6,000 mm |
| Épaisseur |
2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12 mm |
| Weight (4 mm, 4×8 ft) |
environ 1,78 kg par feuille |
| Résistance à la traction |
≥ 18 MPa |
| Résistance aux chocs |
≥ 10 kJ/m² |
| Absorption d'eau |
< 0,01% |
| Température de fonctionnement |
−20 °C to +80 °C |
| UV Resistance |
2–3 years outdoor (standard) |
| Indice d'inflammabilité |
HB (standard); UL 94 V-0 available |
| Couleur |
White, black, blue, grey, red, green, yellow, clear; custom Pantone |
| Recyclabilité |
100% PP #5 |
| Quantité minimale de commande |
No minimum (standard sizes) |
| Délai de livraison |
5–10 business days |
Why PP Board Over Other Plastic Boards?
| Propriété |
PP Board |
PVC Board (Foamex) |
Acrylic Board |
ABS Board |
| Densité |
0.55–0.92 g/cm³ |
0.5–0.8 g/cm³ (foam) |
1.18–1.20 g/cm³ |
1.04–1.06 g/cm³ |
| Weight (4 mm, 1 m²) |
environ 0,6 kg |
~1.6–3.0 kg |
~4.8 kg |
~4.2 kg |
| Imperméable |
✅ |
✅ |
✅ |
✅ |
| Chemical Resistance |
✅ Excellent |
⚠️ Good |
❌ Cracks with solvents |
⚠️ Moderate |
| Résistance aux chocs |
✅ High |
⚠️ Brittle in cold |
❌ Brittle |
✅ Good |
| Recyclabilité |
✅ PP #5 |
❌ Difficult |
❌ Difficult |
⚠️ Limited |
| Idéal pour |
Signage, packaging, construction, industrial |
Permanent indoor signage |
High-end displays, glazing |
Appliance housings, automotive |
Foire aux questions
Q: What is PP board made of?
PP board is made from polypropylene (PP), a thermoplastic polymer. It is extruded into a twin-wall (corrugated) structure — two flat skins connected by parallel internal ribs. This geometry provides high stiffness at low weight. The material is naturally waterproof, chemical-resistant, and 100% recyclable.
Q: What thickness should I choose?
2–3 mm for lightweight signage and temporary protection. 3–4 mm for yard signs, packaging inserts, and retail displays. 4–6 mm for standard construction protection and medium-duty packaging. 6–10 mm for heavy-duty packaging and structural dividers. For load-bearing applications, see PP Honeycomb Board →.
Q: What is the difference between a PP board and a PP sheet?
The terms are largely interchangeable. In PPBOXY’s catalog, “board” typically indicates a finished or semi-finished panel; “sheet” indicates raw material for cutting and fabrication. The base material is identical. For a detailed comparison of all PP structures (corrugated, hollow, honeycomb, solid, FR), see PP Sheet →.
Q: Can PP board be used outdoors?
Yes. Standard PP board with UV stabilizers lasts 2–3 years outdoors. For permanent installations, specify the extended-life UV grade (5+ years). Black and grey colors provide the best outdoor longevity.
Q: Is PP board recyclable?
Yes — 100% as PP #5. The twin-wall structure is mono-material polypropylene with no laminates, adhesives, or mixed polymers. It can be ground, melted, and re-extruded into new PP sheet.
Q: What is the minimum order quantity?
No minimum for standard 4×8 ft sheets in common thicknesses and colors. Custom sizes, colors, or specialty grades typically require 100–500 sheets. Contact us for a quotation based on your project specifications.
