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China and India are the leading exporters of 2-Mercaptobenzothiazole (CAS 149-30-4), accounting for the majority of global shipments, while the United States, Germany, and South Korea represent the largest importers. Import volumes into the U.S. and EU have remained relatively stable since 2022, with modest upward pressure on 2-Mercaptobenzothiazole prices reflecting tighter supply margins from key Asian producers.
2-Mercaptobenzothiazole (MBT) is a pale yellow to light brown crystalline solid with a characteristic sulfurous odor; it has a melting point of approximately 178–180 °C and low volatility under ambient conditions. It is an aromatic heterocyclic compound containing both sulfur and nitrogen atoms in its benzothiazole ring, classified as a thiol and widely used as a chemical intermediate. MBT serves primarily as a key accelerator in the vulcanization of natural and synthetic rubbers, enabling improved tensile strength, elasticity, and heat resistance in tire treads, hoses, and industrial rubber goods. It is also employed in the synthesis of other rubber chemicals, including sulfenamide and thiuram accelerators, and finds use in certain agrochemical formulations and corrosion inhibitors for metalworking fluids.
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beige or light yellow powder with a faint odour
This chemical is included in Rubber. See more about what is 2-Mercaptobenzothiazole and 2-Mercaptobenzothiazole SDS information.
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