The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) has stated that nearly 45 percent of modern smartphones are manufactured using petroleum-derived materials, underscoring the oil industry’s role in powering digital technology.
In a brief statement shared on its social media platform X, the organization highlighted the extensive use of petroleum-based components in smartphone production.
“Approximately 45% of smartphones are made from petroleum-derived plastics. Components such as cell phone towers, circuit boards, display screens, and durable polycarbonate casings, as well,” OPEC said.
The oil-producing bloc noted that petroleum derivatives remain essential to the technology sector, supporting both communication infrastructure and consumer electronics.
“From enabling communication and connectivity to supporting the digital economy, oil and its derivatives continue to contribute to technologies that keep the world connected,” the organization added.
OPEC’s remarks come amid ongoing global discussions about the role of fossil fuels in modern industries and the growing demand for materials used in digital devices and telecommunications infrastructure.
