
At Arihant Reclamation Pvt Ltd, we understand that for rubber products to truly last, they need robust protection against the relentless forces of degradation. As a premier rubber antioxidant supplier in India, we specialize in providing high-quality solutions that ensure the longevity, performance, and aesthetic integrity of your rubber goods. Our commitment to advanced manufacturing, stringent quality control, and comprehensive customer support makes us the ideal partner for manufacturers seeking to safeguard their rubber investments.
The Silent Threat: Understanding Rubber Degradation
Rubber, while incredibly versatile, is inherently susceptible to various forms of degradation over time. This breakdown is primarily caused by:
- Oxygen (Oxidation): The most common culprit, leading to chain scission (breaking of rubber polymer chains) or cross-linking, resulting in a loss of elasticity, hardening, cracking, or tackiness.
- Heat: Accelerates oxidation and other degradation mechanisms, especially at elevated service temperatures.
- Ozone: A highly reactive form of oxygen that attacks the double bonds in unsaturated rubbers, leading to characteristic surface cracks (ozone cracking) even at very low concentrations.
- UV Radiation: Sunlight’s UV rays contribute to surface degradation, discoloration, and embrittlement.
- Mechanical Stress: Repeated flexing or fatigue can expose new surfaces to degradation or exacerbate existing damage.
- Chemicals: Exposure to oils, solvents, acids, or alkalis can swell, soften, or dissolve rubber.
Without adequate protection, these factors lead to premature product failure, diminished performance, and significant economic losses. This is where high-quality rubber antioxidants become indispensable.
The Role of Rubber Antioxidants: Guardians of Longevity
Rubber antioxidants are chemical additives specifically designed to inhibit or slow down the oxidative degradation of rubber. They achieve this through various mechanisms:
- Radical Scavenging: Many antioxidants are “radical scavengers” that react with and neutralize the free radicals formed during oxidation, preventing them from attacking the rubber polymer chains.
- Peroxide Decomposition: Some antioxidants break down harmful hydroperoxides (intermediate products of oxidation) into non-radical, harmless substances.
- Metal Deactivation: Certain antioxidants can chelate (bind with) trace metal ions (e.g., copper, iron) that can catalyze oxidative degradation.
- Physical Barrier: Some waxes or antiozonants migrate to the surface to form a protective barrier against ozone and UV.
By incorporating the right blend of antioxidants, manufacturers can significantly extend the service life of their rubber products, maintain their physical properties, and ensure customer satisfaction.
Our Comprehensive Range of Rubber Antioxidants and Antiozonants
Arihant Reclamation Pvt Ltd offers a robust portfolio of high-performance rubber antioxidants and antiozonants, manufactured using state-of-the-art technology and adhering to the strictest quality standards. Our product range is designed to cater to diverse rubber types and application requirements.
1. Aminic Antioxidants
These are highly effective, staining antioxidants, typically used in applications where discoloration is not an issue (e.g., black rubber products, tires). They offer excellent protection against heat, oxygen, and flex fatigue.
Product Name | Chemical Type | Key Characteristics | Primary Benefits & Applications |
TMQ (Antioxidant) | Polymerized 2,2,4-trimethyl-1,2-dihydroquinoline | A highly effective, non-blooming (non-migratory) general-purpose antioxidant. Provides excellent resistance to heat aging and oxidation. Staining. | Excellent heat aging resistance, good flex-cracking resistance. Widely used in tires, conveyor belts, automotive rubber goods, hoses, cables – especially where high temperatures are encountered and discoloration is not critical. |
6PPD (Antiozonant) | N-(1,3-dimethylbutyl)-N’-phenyl-p-phenylenediamine | A powerful antiozonant and antioxidant. Provides excellent protection against ozone cracking, flex cracking, and heat aging. It is a migratory type, meaning it blooms to the surface to form a protective film. Staining. | Superior ozone and flex-cracking resistance, good antioxidant properties. Essential for tires (tread, sidewall), outdoor rubber products, conveyor belts, industrial hoses, and other dynamic applications. |
IPPD (Antiozonant) | N-Isopropyl-N’-phenyl-p-phenylenediamine | Similar to 6PPD but with different migratory characteristics. Provides excellent antiozonant and antioxidant properties. Staining. | Effective ozone and flex cracking protection, good general-purpose antioxidant. Used in similar applications to 6PPD, depending on specific compounding needs. |
2. Phenolic Antioxidants
These are generally non-staining or low-staining, making them suitable for light-colored or white rubber products where color stability is important. They are effective against oxygen and heat.
Product Name | Chemical Type | Key Characteristics | Primary Benefits & Applications |
BHT | Butylated Hydroxytoluene | A hindered phenolic antioxidant. Non-staining, relatively volatile. | Good for light-colored, transparent rubber products, latex, adhesives, and food-contact rubber where non-staining and low toxicity are crucial. Less effective at high temperatures. |
Irganox 1010/1076 equivalents | High molecular weight phenolics | Non-staining, low volatility, highly effective against heat and oxygen. Often used in synthetic rubbers, plastics, and high-performance applications. | Excellent long-term heat aging and oxidation stability. Used in EPDM, NBR, specialty elastomers, cables, white/light-colored components, and medical devices. |
3. Specialty Antioxidants / Anti-degradants
These address specific degradation mechanisms or offer unique benefits.
Product Name | Chemical Type | Key Characteristics | Primary Benefits & Applications |
PVI (Retarder) | N-(cyclohexylthio)phthalimide (CTP) | While not an antioxidant itself, PVI (Pre-Vulcanization Inhibitor) is crucial for process safety. It enhances scorch safety, allowing for longer mixing and processing times without premature vulcanization, which indirectly contributes to better product quality and reduced degradation during processing. | Prevents scorch (premature cure) during high-temperature mixing and processing. Essential for complex molded parts, thick articles, and compounds with fast-curing accelerators, improving efficiency and reducing scrap. |
Antidegradants (General) | Blends of antioxidants/antiozonants | Tailored combinations to provide synergistic protection against multiple degradation factors (heat, oxygen, ozone, flex). | Comprehensive protection for demanding applications, offering enhanced resistance to a wider range of environmental stresses. Used in high-performance tires, industrial hoses, and critical automotive components. |
Choosing the Right Antioxidant: Key Considerations
Selecting the appropriate antioxidant system is a critical decision that impacts both product performance and cost. Consider the following:
- Rubber Polymer Type: Different elastomers (NR, SBR, NBR, EPDM, CR) have varying susceptibility to degradation and react differently with antioxidants. For instance, unsaturated rubbers like NR and SBR are highly susceptible to ozone, requiring strong antiozonants.
- End-Use Application:
- Outdoor vs. Indoor: Outdoor applications (tires, roofing) need strong ozone and UV protection (e.g., 6PPD, wax). Indoor applications might prioritize heat aging and general oxidation (e.g., TMQ).
- Dynamic vs. Static: Products under constant flexing (tires, belts) need flex-cracking resistance (e.g., 6PPD, TMQ).
- Color Requirements: Light-colored or transparent products demand non-staining antioxidants (e.g., phenolic types, BHT).
- Temperature Exposure: High-temperature applications require highly stable antioxidants (e.g., TMQ, high molecular weight phenolics).
- Regulatory Compliance: Food contact, medical, or toy applications have stringent requirements for non-toxic and non-migratory additives.
- Processing Conditions: High mixing temperatures or long processing times might necessitate the use of scorch retarders (PVI) alongside antioxidants to prevent premature cure.
- Cost-Benefit Analysis: Balance the cost of the antioxidant with the desired performance and expected service life of the final product. Sometimes, a blend of antioxidants offers synergistic benefits at a more economical rate than a single high-dose chemical.
- Synergism: Often, a combination of different types of antioxidants (e.g., an aminic with a phenolic) can provide superior protection than either used alone, due to synergistic effects.
- Volatility and Migration: Consider whether the antioxidant is prone to volatizing out of the rubber (less effective over time) or migrating to the surface (causing bloom or staining).
Why Partner with Arihant Reclamation Pvt Ltd?
As a leading rubber antioxidant supplier in India, Arihant Reclamation Pvt Ltd is your strategic partner for manufacturing durable, high-performance rubber products.
- Manufacturing Excellence: Our state-of-the-art facility in Sonepat, Haryana, leverages advanced process technology to produce a comprehensive range of rubber antioxidants and antiozonants, including TMQ, 6PPD, IPPD, and more, ensuring superior quality and consistency. We are the Largest Rubber Chemicals Manufacturer in North India.
- Uncompromising Quality Control: We adhere to stringent ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous testing to guarantee purity, particle size, and performance, providing you with reliable inputs for your critical applications.
- Diverse Product Portfolio: Our extensive range ensures you can find the right antioxidant solution for any rubber type or end-use requirement, simplifying your procurement process.
- Technical Expertise & Support: Our experienced team of rubber technologists offers invaluable technical assistance. From selecting the optimal antioxidant system for your specific compound to troubleshooting processing issues, we are committed to helping you achieve desired properties and overcome challenges.
- Reliable Supply Chain: With efficient logistics, centralized warehousing in Northern India, and a strong distribution network, we ensure timely delivery of bulk orders across India and to over 15 countries globally. Our ready stock availability minimizes your lead times.
- Competitive Pricing & Value: We offer high-quality products at competitive prices, ensuring excellent value for your investment. Our operational efficiencies allow us to pass on cost benefits to our partners, enhancing your profitability.
- Customer-Centric Approach: We pride ourselves on building long-term relationships by understanding your unique needs and offering tailored solutions and dedicated support. Our industrial expertise means we speak your language and understand your production realities.
Safeguarding your rubber products against degradation is essential for their performance and market reputation. Partner with Arihant Reclamation Pvt Ltd to access premium rubber antioxidants and expertise that will ensure your products stand the test of time.
Product | Typical Use Cases |
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Accelerator MBT | General rubber goods, footwear soles, hoses |
Accelerator MBTS | Tires, conveyor belts, thick molded products |
Accelerator CBS | Fast curing for automotive rubber, mechanical goods |
Accelerator TMTD | As ultra accelerator or sulfur donor in rubber blends |
Accelerator ZDEC | Ultra-fast latex applications like gloves & balloons |
Antioxidant IPPD | Protects rubber from oxygen & flex cracking |
Antioxidant 6PPD | Outstanding ozone & weather resistance for outdoor rubber |
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