Bakelite was one of the first plastic-like materials to be introduced into the modern world and was popular because it could be molded and then hardened into any shape. Because of its …

Bakelite, trademarked synthetic resin invented in 1907 by Belgian-born American chemist Leo Hendrik Baekeland.

Oct 4, 2023 · Bakelite, a chemically resilient and non-melting plastic, was formed by blending phenol and formaldehyde, known as phenol-formaldehyde resin, obtained from coal tar and …

Dec 16, 2025 · Global integrated producer of thermoset specialty resins, systems, and engineered thermoset molding compounds for various industries.

May 10, 2025 · Bakelite was the first synthetic plastic, invented by Leo Baekeland in 1907 for electronics. Bakelite was strong, moldable, and cheap to make, leading to its use in many …

Nov 9, 1993 · The National Museum of American History houses the original Bakelizer, the steam pressure vessel used by chemist-entrepreneur Leo Hendrik Baekeland to commercialize his …

Jul 12, 2025 · Bakelite, formally polyoxybenzylmethylene glycolanhydride, was developed by Belgian chemist Leo Baekeland in 1907 and patented in 1909. It pioneered the era of synthetic …

Bakelite was one of the first plastic-like materials to be introduced into the modern world and was popular because it could be molded and then hardened into any shape. Because of its …

Explore the origin, benefits, and uses of Bakelite in modern manufacturing. Learn how Thriam uses this heat-resistant plastic in electrical and industrial products.

When Leo Baekeland finally succeeded in developing the first chemically synthetic plastic in 1907, he knew he'd created a versatile material with broad appeal. Indeed, "Bakelite" proved suitable …