HSINCHU, Oct. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Amid an expansion in Europe , General Silicones , the Taiwan-based silicone components expert behind Compo-SiL ® , is highlighting all the benefits of silicone in automotive and medical applications, as industries worldwide strive to reduce plastic use. To consult with experts on optimizing a product with silicone, please contact: [email protected] Sustainability According to a recent study commissioned by Silicones Europe , silicone has an annual greenhouse gas emission-saving potential of 96.
4 megatons by 2030, underscoring its potential for accelerating Europe's decarbonization. In addition to sustainability, the highly versatile material is biocompatible and resistant to various types of degradation. "Due to its benefits, silicone is increasingly ubiquitous behind the scenes of people's daily lives and has enormous potential as a plastic alternative," commented Michael Lin , President and CEO of General Silicones.
"As a leading silicone components expert, we at General Silicones believe these benefits can particularly empower the medical and automotive industries." Facilitating hygiene in healthcare environments Compared to plastic, silicone is ideal for medical applications due to several factors: Sterilizable: Due to its resistance to chemicals, solvents, and other cleaning agents, silicone does not release harmful chemicals nor deteriorate when cleaned, unlike other materials, making it easily sterilizable and therefore crucial to.