Classification of Rubber
1. By Raw Material Source and Method
Rubber can be divided into two main categories: natural rubber and synthetic rubber. Natural rubber accounts for 1/3 of consumption, while synthetic rubber accounts for 2/3.
2. By Appearance
Rubber can be divided into four main categories: solid rubber (also known as dry rubber), latex rubber (abbreviated as latex), liquid rubber, and powdered rubber.
3. By Properties and Uses
In addition to natural rubber, synthetic rubber can be divided into general-purpose synthetic rubber, semi-general-purpose synthetic rubber, special-purpose synthetic rubber, and specialty synthetic rubber.
4. By Physical Form
Rubber can be divided into hard rubber and soft rubber, raw rubber and compound rubber, etc.
