Natural Rubber from Alternative Source

Natural Rubber from Alternative Source
Jul-23-12
European research teams working together in Spain have created a prototype tire made of natural rubber, which could help create an alternative to Asian rubber.

The rubber is made from guayule, a shrub that is already a source of biomass in Spain, and Russian dandelion, which is also being investigated by Bridgestone as a potential alternative rubber source. These two plants offer a natural option besides the Asian Hevea brasiliensis, which has a limited growing range and can cause allergic reactions. In contrast, guayule and Russian dandelion can be cultivated in much of Europe and have no toxic effects.

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