Rubber Accelerators (MBT/TMTD)
CAS 149-30-4
Formula: C₇H₅NS₂ (MBT) / C₆H₁₂N₂S₄ (TMTD)
Rubber Grade
Description
MBT (2-Mercaptobenzothiazole) and TMTD (Tetramethylthiuram Disulphide) are sulphur-donor rubber accelerators that speed up vulcanisation, reduce cure time, and improve the physical properties of rubber compounds.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Light yellow powder (MBT) / White to cream powder (TMTD) |
| Purity | 96.0% min |
| Melting Point | 170–175°C (MBT) / 146–148°C (TMTD) |
| Moisture | 0.5% max |
| Shelf Life | 2 years |
Applications
- Primary accelerator in tyre and industrial rubber manufacturing
- Secondary accelerator in combination cure systems
- Ultra-fast accelerator (TMTD) in thin-walled rubber goods
- Vulcanisation modifier in latex dipping compounds
Packaging Options
25kg PP Bags25kg Kraft Bags
Certifications
IECCHEMEXCILREACH