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Thick Pale Crepe (TPC) Visually Graded Rubber

Thick Pale Crepe (TPC) Rubber is a grade of natural rubber produced exclusively from raw field latex, known for its high cleanliness level. It is designated as "food grade" due to its quality, which is higher than many other grades of natural rubber. The production process of TPC Rubber aims to minimize the presence of leachable chemicals and reduce the protein level that is naturally present in rubber, making it a specialized grade within the global market.

Features of TPC Rubber:

  • High Cleanliness: Derived from raw field latex, ensuring a clean product.
  • Food Grade: Its quality allows it to be classified as suitable for use in applications requiring food-grade materials.
  • Reduced Protein Content: The production process reduces protein levels, making it more suitable for a variety of applications.

Applications of Thick Pale Crepe (TPC) Rubber:

  • Adhesive Solutions: Its properties make it suitable for use in adhesives.
  • Medical Appliances: The low protein content and absence of harmful chemicals make it applicable for medical use.
  • Sports and Consumer Goods: The durability and safety of TPC Rubber make it suitable for sports equipment and consumer products.
  • Footwear and Childcare Products: Its non-toxic nature allows for its use in products such as shoes, infant items, and toys.

TPC Specifications

Characteristic (TPC) TPC 1x
Dirt content on 44u aperture, max %wt 0.015
Ash content, max %wt 0.14
Nitrogen, max % wt 0.40
Volatile matter, max %wt 0.29
Wallace rapid plasticity (Po), min 38
Plasticity retention index (PRI), min % 79

Download the Technical Data Sheet for TPC.

For an in-depth exploration of TPC Rubber, its benefits, and other natural rubber products, please contact the expert team at Oriental Rubber Products.

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