 Timeline of plastic development

The timeline of plastic development outlines the key milestones in the creation and evolution of plastics from the 19th century to the present. Here’s a summary of major events and innovations in the history of plastics: ### 19th Century - **1830s**: The first synthetic resin is created by Scottish chemist Alexander Parkes, who unravels a material he calls "Parkesine," derived from cellulose.