| Item | PVC Foam Core | PET Foam Core | PMI Foam Core |
| Mechanical Properties | Medium | Lower (at same density) | Excellent (Best) |
| Shear Strength | Medium | Relatively low | Excellent |
| Impact Resistance | Good | Relatively low | Excellent |
| Temperature Resistance | ~ 120 °C | ~ 140 °C | ≥160 °C |
| Flame Retardant Properties | Naturally flame retardant | Requires flame retardant additives | Limited (requires modification) |
| Water Absorption | Low | Low | Higher (hydrophilic) |
| Environmental Performance | Moderate | Environmentally friendly, recyclable | Moderate |
| Process Compatibility | Hand lay-up, vacuum infusion, RTM | Hand lay-up, vacuum infusion, RTM | High-temperature processes (RTM, autoclave) |
| Typical Applications | Yachts, boats, wind blades, industrial structures | Marine interiors, rail transit, cost-sensitive structures | Aerospace, high-performance marine, UAVs |
| Price Level | Medium | Lowest | Highest (>2× PVC) |