SORPLAS

SORPLAS is a flame-retardant recycled plastic material developed and used by Sony. It is made primarily from recovered polycarbonate from sources such as used optical discs and water bottles, combined with a proprietary flame retardant. Sony positions SORPLAS as a high-performance recycled plastic that can be used in the same applications as virgin plastics, including televisions, cameras, and other consumer electronics. The material is part of Sony's broader environmental initiative to reduce virgin plastic use and increase recycled content in its products. SORPLAS is not sold as a standalone consumer product but is used internally by Sony and licensed to other manufacturers. The brand represents Sony's commitment to sustainability and circular economy principles in materials engineering.

SORPLAS was developed by Sony as part of its efforts to create sustainable materials for its products. The material is a specially recycled plastic that Sony reuses in its products. It is produced by combining recycled polycarbonate, often sourced from used optical discs and other post-consumer waste, with a proprietary flame retardant that allows the material to meet safety standards for electronics. Sony has used SORPLAS in various product lines, including televisions, cameras, and audio equipment. The brand has been promoted as an example of Sony's environmental commitment, and Sony has also licensed SORPLAS to other companies for use in their products. The exact founding date of the SORPLAS brand is not specified in the available evidence, but it has been in use since at least the early 2010s.

High-performance, flame-retardant recycled plastic for consumer electronics and other durable goods.

• SORPLAS recycled plastic

  A flame-retardant recycled plastic made from recovered polycarbonate, used in Sony electronics and licensed to other manufacturers.

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2. 2SORPLAS recycled plastic - Sonysony.de