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LG Electronics Inc. is aiming at securing new avenues for growth in the functional material industry by launching the production of antibacterial glass powder,
Leveraging its expertise in independent glass formulation, design technology, and understanding of real-life usage scenarios for home electronics, the company has successfully developed an antibacterial glass powder.
Since last year, LG has been incorporating antibacterial glass powder into plastic components, such as handles in refrigerators, washing machines, and air conditioners, to ensure the hygienic usage of these products.
Additionally, LG has made advancements in the development of soluble glass, which effectively releases antibacterial glass material.
LG, which has 219 patents in the glass powder field, operates a production facility with an annual capacity of 4,500 tons.
