Consumer electronics and automotive

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A large proportion of consumer electrical appliances are made of plastics. Today, casings, circuit boards and data storage are made of plastic to ensure the appliances are light and mobile whilst being tough and, where necessary, durable. First bioplastic products in the fast-moving consumer electronics sector are keyboard elements, mobile casings, vacuum cleaners or a mouse for your laptop.

In the automotive industry manufacturers have turned to biobased or partly biobased durable bioplastics to produce sturdy dashboard components as well as solid interior and exterior features. Components made completely or partially from bioplastics can provide a standard of safety that is of ultimate importance in the transportation sector. The products include seat and airbag covers as well as steering wheels.

With new innovations on the way, bioplastics will take up a greater share of the composition of both automobiles and high-quality, fast-moving consumer electronics.