LG Chem collects, grinds and separates waste plastics discarded after use by the final consumer, and then added LG Chem’s unique technologies to make PCR (Post-Consumer Recycled material) plastics. LG Chem's PCR plastics achieved equivalent quality of that of virgin plastics. Furthermore, LG Chem demonstrated its technological prowess by manufacturing white PCR plastics for the first time in the industry using recycled plastics. PCR plastics are commonly used as interior and exterior materials for household appliances, automobile, and IT products.

LG Chem has successfully developed a new biodegradable material that features mechanical properties equivalent to synthetic resins for the first time in the world. LG Chem is developing products that have various applications, such as plastic bags and disposable cups, in response to stricter regulations on disposable products in the global market and an increase in demand for new biodegradable materials.

Our new biodegradable materials include PBAT and PLA. PBAT, which is scheduled to be commercialized in 2024, is being used to make disposable plastic bags and agricultural mulching films for its flexibility. To contribute to global carbon neutrality, we plan to replace petroleum-derived raw materials in our products with biomaterials in the future. PLA is an eco-friendly resin used as a biodegradable material with 100% bio content, produced by extracting starch from corn and sugar cane. With excellent strength and transparency, it has versatile applications in packaging materials, films, and 3D printers. Another recently invented material called PLH, developed independently by LG Chem's original technology, is over 20 times more flexible and transparent compared to existing materials.

LG Chem injects bio raw materials extracted from sustainable raw materials to manufacture SAP (super absorbent polymer), PVC (polyvinyl chloride), etc. LG Chem received ISCC Plus certification for the first time in Korea for the entire process ranging from raw materials to production, purchase and sales for nine eco-friendly products. Through ISCC Plus certification, which is the most highly acclaimed in the sustainability sector, LG Chem acquired the foundation to preoccupy the eco-friendly bio products market.