Hanwha Solutions Supplies Eco-Friendly Material Using 'Paeomang' to Samsung Galaxy Series

Plastic recycling process applying Hanwha Compound's recycled material processing technology. Photo by Hanwha Solutions

[Asia Economy Reporter Donghoon Jeong] Hanwha Compound, a subsidiary of Hanwha Solutions, announced on the 3rd that it will supply eco-friendly materials recycled from marine waste to Samsung Electronics.

The smartphone models applying Hanwha Compound's eco-friendly materials this time are Samsung Electronics' latest flagship smartphones, including the 'Galaxy S22', 'Galaxy Book2 Pro', and 'Galaxy Tab S8' series. These models use PA (polyamide) materials recycled from discarded fishing nets that disrupt marine ecosystems. This material is applied to the 'key bracket' that stably supports the volume and power buttons on the side of the Galaxy S22 series products, the internal 'S Pen cover' of the Galaxy S22 Ultra model, and the touchpad holder of the Galaxy Book2 Pro series.

Hanwha Compound aims to strengthen ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) management by producing sustainable eco-friendly products using decades of accumulated material processing technology and protecting marine ecosystems.

Discarded fishing nets made of polyamide, also known as 'nylon,' become easily damaged after prolonged exposure to seawater and ultraviolet rays. Hanwha Compound's researchers and Samsung Electronics applied a proprietary blending technology to the discarded fishing nets collected from the ocean, successfully mass-producing pellet forms of small granules. Subsequently, they obtained UL certification from an international certification body, proving durability and eco-friendliness suitable for use in electronic devices. OBP certification is given to products made by collecting plastics near the ocean and was created to prevent marine pollution.

Discarded fishing nets, which exceed 640,000 tons annually worldwide, are representative marine waste that disrupts marine ecosystems. Through this material mass production, Hanwha Compound will contribute not only to the production of eco-friendly products but also to the protection of marine life.

Lim Sang-il, CEO of Hanwha Compound, stated, "We are strengthening research and development (R&D) of eco-friendly materials recycled from marine waste," adding, "We will expand supply to electric and electronic components, automotive parts, and textile materials to present sustainable eco-friendly plastic solutions."

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