Chlorosulfonated polyethylene
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Description
A white spongy rubber. Chlorosulfonated polyethylene is made by crosslinking polyethylene with chlorine and sulfur. It is has a high resistance to acids, alkalis and abrasion. Chlorosulfonated polyethylene is often used to coat wires.
Synonyms and Related Terms
polythylne chlorosulfon (Fr.); polietileno clorosulfonado (Esp.); polietileno clorosulfonado (Port.)
Examples: Hypalon {Du Pont];
Hazards and Safety
May form sulfur dioxide with degradation.
Authority
- G.S.Brady, G.S.Brady, Materials Handbook, McGraw-Hill Book Co., New York, 1971 Comment: p. 306
- Pam Hatchfield, Pam Hatchfield, Pollutants in the Museum Environment, Archetype Press, London, 2002