In the global effort to combat climate change and environmental pollution, silicone rubber has emerged as a key participant in the "green revolution" due to its unique properties.

"Super Sponge" for Marine Oil Spill Cleanup

Traditional oil-absorbing materials are prone to saturation and difficult to recycle. In contrast, silicone rubber-based oil-absorbing felt, treated with surface fluorination, enables efficient oil absorption and recycling. Its oil-water selective adsorption characteristics play a critical role in marine oil spill cleanup, effectively reducing ecological damage.

"Ecological Guardian" for Degradable Packaging

Conventional plastics take centuries to decompose, but eco-friendly materials combining silicone rubber and starch decompose rapidly under composting conditions. This material not only reduces carbon footprints but also extends food freshness, showing potential in fresh produce packaging and express delivery cushioning.

"Molecular Sieve" for Industrial Exhaust 

By adjusting the gas permeability selectivity of silicone rubber membranes, CO₂ and VOCs in industrial exhaust can be efficiently separated. This technology is widely used in carbon capture and solvent recovery, significantly reducing energy consumption and pollution emissions.

"Green Disassembly" of Electronic Waste

As an encapsulation material for electronic components, silicone rubber enables precious metal recovery through microwave pyrolysis. This process emits no harmful gases and is more environmentally friendly than traditional acid leaching, supporting the circular economy.

Conclusion

Silicone rubber is evolving from an "industrial material" to an "ecological engineer," demonstrating green potential in oil spill cleanup, degradable packaging, and exhaust . With the advancement of the circular economy, it may become a vital guardian of the planet’s ecosystem.


General Purpose Grade Liquid Silicone Rubber – MY-LSR20 AB