Rubber Flame Retardants
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Introduction
Rubber compounds are used in demanding environments, from conveyor belts and cable jacketing to seals, gaskets, and automotive components, many of which sit close to heat sources or electrical systems where fire risk cannot be ignored. Flame retardants for rubber are additives compounded into natural rubber, EPDM, SBR, NBR, and other elastomer systems to reduce flammability while preserving the flexibility, tensile strength, and aging resistance that make rubber useful in the first place.
As a manufacturer, we supply flame retardant systems built on halogen-free phosphorus and nitrogen chemistries as well as brominated and antimony synergist combinations, selected according to rubber type, processing method, and the fire performance target of the finished part.
Because rubber is typically mixed on open mills or internal mixers at elevated temperatures, dispersion behavior and thermal stability during processing are treated as practical requirements, not just data sheet numbers.
Specification
| Parameter | Typical Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to light grey powder, granule, or masterbatch form |
| Chemical Type | Halogen-free phosphorus/nitrogen system or brominated system with antimony synergist |
| Active Content | 95% min (grade dependent) |
| Particle Size | 20 to 60 microns average for powder grades |
| Specific Gravity | 1.2 to 2.1 g/cm³ depending on chemistry |
| Moisture Content | 0.5% max |
| Thermal Stability | Stable up to typical mixing and vulcanization temperatures |
| Packaging | 25kg woven bags or kraft bags with inner liner |
Grade selection depends on the base elastomer, cure system, and target flame test. A certificate of analysis is issued with each production batch.
Application
These flame retardants are compounded into rubber articles where flammability performance is either a safety requirement or a customer specification.
- Conveyor belting: Fire-resistant belts for mining, ports, and heavy industrial handling.
- Cable and wire jacketing: EPDM and rubber-based sheathing compounds for power and control cables.
- Automotive rubber parts: Seals, hoses, grommets, and under-hood components.
- Rubber flooring and matting: Industrial and transportation flooring with fire performance requirements.
- Industrial gaskets and seals: Components used in equipment operating near heat sources.
Advantages
- Standards support: Formulations can help finished rubber articles meet UL94, MSHA, and similar flammability requirements for belting and cable jacketing.
- Good dispersion: Particle size and surface treatment options selected for even distribution in elastomer matrices.
- Mechanical property retention: Loading levels and grade selection aimed at minimizing impact on tensile strength and elongation.
- Chemistry options: Both halogen-free and traditional brominated systems available depending on cost and performance targets.
- Batch consistency: Controlled particle size distribution supports repeatable mixing behavior from batch to batch.
Manufacturing Facility in XUSEN
We have our own production workshops and warehouses, equipped with complete production and quality inspection equipment.
As China Rubber Flame Retardants Suppliers and Rubber Flame Retardants Factory., With over 20 years in developing halogen-free flame-retardant products positions us as industry leaders in providing domestic flame-retardant solutions.
All our products comply with the stringent requirements of the WEEE, ROHS, and EUP directives.
Rubber and Plastic Industry
Suitable for materials such as PA, PP, polyester, elastomers, PE, EVA, PC, ABS, etc., widely used in household appliances, automobiles, electricians, cables, and other products.
Composite Materials Field
Suitable for composite flame retardant products based on epoxy resin, polyurethane, etc., we can jointly develop flame retardant products with users to meet the requirements of flame retardancy and physical properties.
Adhesive Field
Suitable for oil-based and water-based adhesives, and can be modified according to customer needs to adapt to user usage conditions and requirements, while maintaining good weather resistance and dispersibility.
Fabric coating field
It is applicable to the flame retardant fabric coating based on acrylic lotion. The formula and process can be adjusted according to the user's requirements for flame retardancy, sizing amount, hand feel, etc. to meet the requirements for flame retardancy and physical properties.
Fireproof coatings field
In fireproof coatings, flame retardants are mainly used in APP. We have undergone specific processing techniques for coating APP, which can meet the quality requirements of well-known international manufacturers such as PPG and ICI.
