What is Methyl-2-mercaptobenzimidazole CAS 53988-10-6?
Methyl-2-mercaptobenzimidazole CAS 53988-10-6 is a benzimidazole-derived specialty chemical valued for its functional performance in rubber formulations, where it is incorporated as a stabilizing and performance-enhancing additive in a variety of manufacturing environments.
Specification
| Item |
Value |
| Melting Point |
300-304 °C(lit.) |
| Density |
1.25 |
| Color |
White |
| Form |
crystalline powder |
Feature
- Secondary antioxidant: Provides effective oxidative protection, especially when paired with primary antioxidants.
- Non-discoloring: Suitable for white and light-colored rubber articles without causing staining.
- Synergistic effect: Enhances overall stabilization efficiency when used in multi-antioxidant systems.
- Heat-performance aid: Supports improved aging resistance under high-temperature conditions in sensitive rubber formulations.
Application
- Rubber stabilization: Used to protect natural and synthetic rubbers from oxidative degradation.
- Vulcanization aid: Acts as an accelerator in chloroprene rubber and as a heat-sensitizing agent in latex processing.
- General rubber goods: Applied across a broad set of rubber products, including those requiring clean, non-staining performance.
Packaging
Mikem offers flexible packaging options, including 25 kg of fiber drums for liquid products and 15–25 kg PP/PE bags for powder products, all customizable to meet your specific needs.