Plastics Power Our Devices, But at a Cost

From smartphone casings and laptop shells to wiring insulation, connectors, and circuit board components, plastics are essential in electronics. They’re lightweight, durable, and cost-effective, qualities the electronics and electrical industry depends on

But these same qualities mean they persist for centuries after disposal. The world generated over 62 million tons of e-waste in 2022, and less than a quarter was properly recycled Much of that waste is plastic, often contaminated with flame retardants and other additives, making safe recycling challenging.

The Microplastic Problem in Electronics

When electronics plastics break down in landfills or the environment, they can fragment into toxic microplastics These particles can leach harmful chemicals, impacting ecosystems and human health. Without intervention, the problem will grow as global demand for electronics rises.

Pristine®: A Practical, Scalable Solution

Pristine’s biodegradable plastic additive accelerates the natural breakdown of plastics in landfill, marine, and composting conditions, without changing the product’s performance or shelf life. With just a 1% load rate, manufacturers can integrate Pristine into electronics plastics cost-effectively, without retooling equipment. Pristine’s technology is ASTM-tested and proven to foster microbial activity that fully degrades plastics into biomass, water, and CO₂—avoiding the microplastic problem entirely.

Building a More Sustainable Electronics Industry

Electronics manufacturers face mounting pressure from consumers and regulators to address e-waste. By adopting Pristine’s additive, they can reduce the long-term environmental impact of their products, even when recycling rates remain low.

Sustainable innovation doesn’t have to be expensive or complicated, it just has to be smart. And in the case of electronics plastics, Pristine makes it possible today.