Apr 15 2021 Read 3 Times
SABIC has announced the launch of a new recycled material made from ocean bound plastic recovered from ocean-feeding waterways and inland areas within a 50 kilometer radius of the ocean. This ocean bound material is mechanically recycled and converted into components for new consumer goods and electronics applications, such as TV remote controls and electronic razors. It has the potential to also be used in other industries in the future, such as automotive.
Part of SABIC’S TRUCIRCLE™ portfolio and services, the new recycled material is a XENOY™ PC/PET compound comprising of a minimum 10% recycled ocean bound PET blended with polycarbonate.