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caucho rubber
Scientific Name: Castilla ulei
Family: Moraceae
Category: Dicot
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Natural Rubber (Hevea brasiliensis)
Natural rubber, also known as India rubber or caoutchouc, is a polymer of isoprene with minor impurities. It is commercially sourced primarily from Hevea brasiliensis.
Considerations for Pets
- Rubber, in various processed forms, is a common material found in many household items like tires, hoses, and balls.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Hevea brasiliensis
- Common Names: Natural rubber, India rubber, caoutchouc
- Family: Euphorbiaceae
Distribution and Habitat
- The primary region for cultivating natural rubber is the tropical zone of Asia, including Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand.
- Rubber also comes from Peru and Guatemala.
Morphological Characteristics
- Natural rubber is a latex polymer with high elasticity.
Uses
- Rubber is used in the manufacture of tires, hoses, anti-vibration mounts, and various molded goods.
- It has applications across numerous industries, including mining, food, fertilizers, and wood.
Further Information
- International Rubber Study Group: 51 Changi Business Park Central 2. Unit #06 – 04/05 The Signature Singapore 486066.
- British Rubber and Polyurethane Products Association: www.brppa.co.uk