Pharmaceutical
Life Sciences and the future of plastics
Plastics have become an integral part of our daily lives and have found a place in many different industries, including the pharmaceutical plastics industry. From medical equipment to packaging for pharmaceuticals and biotechnology, plastics play a crucial role in keeping us healthy and safe. Plastics are versatile materials and come in many forms. There are four main types of plastics used in the life sciences: thermoplastics, thermosets, elastomers, and biodegradable plastics. With continued innovation and advancements in the field, the future of plastics in the life sciences looks bright and promising.
Applications
- Medical devices
- Packaging and containers
- Filtration systems
- Cleanroom equipment
- Bioprocessing equiptment
- Surgical implants and devices
- Laboratory equiptment
- Tubing