LG Electronics unveils new material Puro Tec in China, aiming to expand B2B business - Korean media

LG Electronics unveiled the LG Puro Tec at the Chinaplas 2025 plastics and rubber exhibition in China.
When added to materials such as plastics, paints, and rubber, Tec has antibacterial and antifungal effects that prevent odors, contamination, and discoloration caused by microorganisms.
In addition to its antibacterial properties and economical use, it can also be mixed with other materials such as plastics and fibers, making it highly versatile. LG Electronics is researching new glass powder materials and using them in home appliances.
Based on the know-how it has gained through its experience, LG Puro Tec is currently developing as a B2B (business-to-business) business. The company has been filing patent applications related to glass powder since 2006, and currently has 100,000 patents.
The number of cases has reached about 420. The company's facility, Changwon Smart Park, has production facilities with an annual production capacity of 4,500 tons. Sales in 2024 are expected to more than double compared to the previous year.
In order to expand its new materials business, the company continues to invest in research and development (R&D). Currently, the company is developing a functional glass material called "Marine Glass" that can help preserve the marine environment and restore the ocean.
Marine glass is a water-soluble material that changes into inorganic Eon when dissolved in water, and helps seaweed and other organisms that live on the ocean floor to grow. The company is developing functional glass that can be used as an ingredient in eco-friendly laundry detergent.
We are currently developing a sexual product.