Sustainable Synthetic Rubber
Elastomer that Contributes to Carbon Neutrality
Zeon’s elastomer contributes to the realization of a carbon neutral society. We offer proposals for materials manufactured with our original polymerization technology and sustainable materials by applying biomass-derived feedstock. Additionally, we sell some of our products with ISCC PLUS certification.
Sustainable Synthetic Rubber with ISCC PLUS Certification
Zeon sells butadiene-derived and isoprene-derived synthetic rubbers with ISCC PLUS certification. For these synthetic rubbers, the C4 and C5 fractions are produced from sustainable feedstock procured by applying the mass balance approach. We also meet carbon footprint requirements while supplying petroleum-based synthetic rubbers.
Acrylic Rubber Made of Biomass-Derived Raw Material
Ethyl acrylate, which forms part of the monomer that constitutes acrylic rubber, is made using bio-ethanol derived from plants as raw material. Two of the carbons in ethyl acrylate are derived from plants, resulting in a bio-carbon content of 40%.
Epichlorohydrin Rubber Made of Biomass-Derived Raw Material
Epichlorohydrin monomers, a constituent of epichlorohydrin rubber, are made from plant-based raw material. This rubber offers performance equivalent to conventional products with established traceability.
Isoprene Rubber Made of Biomass-Derived Raw Material (Development Product)
Isoprene rubber is a synthetic rubber made of raw material derived from biomass and can serve as an alternative to natural rubber. Isoprene refinement technology alleviates dependence on petroleum and may help reduce carbon dioxide, believed to be a cause of global warming.
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