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Title:

A Binder-free Process for Recycling Waste Rubber Using Elemental Sulphur and a Solvent

Value Proposition:

A sustainable and binder-free rubber recycling process that converts waste rubber into reusable materials using elemental sulphur and a solvent, reducing waste disposal, promoting circular economy practices, and creating value-added products for footwear and industrial applications.

Summary Application:

• Recycling and utilization of waste rubber materials.
• Production of reusable rubber products without the use of additional binders.
• Suitable for footwear, rubber goods, and other industrial applications.
• Supports sustainable waste management and circular economy initiatives.
• Potential utilization of waste rubber from tyres and other discarded rubber products.
• Reduces environmental burden associated with rubber waste disposal.

Advantages:

• Binder-free recycling process.
• Utilizes waste rubber as a valuable resource.
• Promotes sustainable and environmentally friendly waste management.
• Potential application in footwear and other industrial sectors.
• Reduces dependence on virgin raw materials.
• Supports circular economy and resource recovery.
• Potential for processing various waste rubber streams.

Tech. Readiness Level:
CSIR-Central Leather Research Institute
CSIR-Central Leather Research Institute[CSIR-CLRI]
:  director[at]clri[dot]res[dot]in
:91-44-24912150
:https://www.clri.org
Industrial Applications: Chemistry, Chemical Processes Polymers [Chemistry, Chemical Processes] Leather,Textiles and Related items Applications [Leather,Textiles and Related Items] Processes/Methods [Leather,Textiles and Related Items]