June 2026 Wacker Chemie expanded its specialty silicone elastomer portfolio by introducing new liquid silicone rubber (LSR) grades for healthcare, automotive, and electronics applications. The materials offer improved processing efficiency, durability, and chemical resistance.
April 2026 Elkem launched advanced silicone elastomer solutions designed for electric vehicles, renewable energy systems, and industrial sealing applications. The new products improve thermal stability and long-term performance in demanding environments.
January 2026 Dow introduced new silicone elastomer materials for wearable medical devices and consumer electronics, offering enhanced flexibility, skin compatibility, and manufacturing efficiency.
October 2025 Shin-Etsu Chemical expanded production capacity for high-performance silicone elastomers to support increasing demand from automotive, semiconductor, and healthcare industries.