Since 1990, Canon has used numerous types of recycled plastic in exterior housings and other product parts in cooperation with resin manufacturers in Japan and abroad. "Sandwich molding," in which recycled plastic is sandwiched between layers of virgin plastic, enables usage rates for recycled plastic of up to 30% in final products. Also, aiming for a recycled-plastic usage rate of over 80%, Canon has been working with molding machine manufacturers on the development of thin-walled multi-layer injection molding technology. This technology will contribute to realizing more environmentally conscious products and reducing costs.

By improving the ratio of recycled plastics used in its products, Canon will continue promoting resource recycling as a means of contributing to preserving the environment.

Product made using thin-walled multi-layer injection molding