One of the first plastics made from synthetic components , Bakelite was used for its electrical nonconductivity and heat-resistant properties in electrical insulators , radio and telephone casings , and such diverse products as kitchenware , jewelry , pipe stems , children 's toys , and firearms .
Bakelite was used for its electrically nonconductivity and heat-resistant properties in electrical insulators , radio and telephone casings . It was also in products as kitchenware , jewelry , pipe stems , and children 's toys .