NR

polymer

Natural rubber (NR) is an elastomeric polymer derived from the latex of the rubber tree (Hevea brasiliensis), consisting primarily of polyisoprene chains. It is widely used in automotive tires, seals, gaskets, and vibration-damping components where high extensibility, resilience, and moderate mechanical strength are required. Engineers select NR for applications demanding excellent elasticity and low-cost production, though it is typically compounded with reinforcing fillers (carbon black, silica) and protective additives to enhance durability against oxidation, ozone, and thermal degradation.

tire treads and sidewallsseals and gasketsvibration isolation mountsconveyor beltshoses and tubingflexible couplings

Compliance & Regulations

?UL 94?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
PropertyValueUnitConditionsSource
Compressive Strength(σc)
ksi
Elongation at Break(εf)
-
Ultimate Tensile Strength(σUTS)
ksi
Young's Modulus(E)
ksi
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
PropertyValueUnitConditionsSource
Glass Transition Temperature(Tg)
°F
Melting Point / Solidus(Tm)
°F
Maximum Service Temperature(Tmax)
°F
Thermal Conductivity(k)
BTU/(hr·ft·°F)
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
PropertyValueUnitConditionsSource
Band Gap(Eg)
eV
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
PropertyValueUnitConditionsSource
Refractive Index(n)
-
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source

Regulatory Screening

Environmental

Safety & Biocompatibility

RoHS, REACH, and Prop 65 statuses are validated against official substance lists (ECHA SVHC Candidate List, OEHHA Prop 65, RoHS Annex II). Other regulations are estimated from composition and material classification. All screening is a starting point for due diligence — always verify with your supplier before making compliance decisions.