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Is Silicone Plastic? Here’s What You Need to Know

You’ve probably heard of silicone before: It’s in houseware, sealants, and medical devices. Think silicone baking molds, silicone utensil sets, etc.   But what exactly is it? And is silicone plastic? Not exactly.  First, it’s important to note silicone is a synthetic material, made from a combination of silica (sand) and oxygen (more on this later). The silicone-making process is…

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