Precrosslinked grades consist of a blend of soluble polychloroprene and crosslinked polychloroprene. They show less swelling after extrusion (die swell) and better calenderability. Precrosslinked ...

Hydrogenated nitrile rubber (HNBR) is a viable alternative to polychloroprene for many automotive applications such as timing belts, seals and hoses. It has excellent mechanical, thermo-oxidative and ...

Denka says it will take a $110 million charge to account for the closure. DPE had about 250 employees as of the end of 2024. Dangerous chloroprene emissions made the Louisiana plant a specific ...