Description

2-Mercaptobenzothiazole, Ferric Salt is an organometallic complex primarily utilized as a high-performance vulcanization accelerator in the rubber industry. This compound matters for its ability to significantly enhance the rate of sulfur vulcanization, improving the efficiency of rubber processing and the final physical properties of the cured product. Industrial buyers in the manufacturing of tires, conveyor belts, hoses, and other mechanical rubber goods rely on this accelerator for consistent, reliable performance.

Application

• Primary Vulcanization Accelerator in natural rubber (NR), styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR), and nitrile rubber (NBR) compounds.
• Tire Manufacturing: Used in tread, sidewall, and inner liner compounds to optimize cure characteristics and durability.
• Industrial Rubber Goods: Essential for producing conveyor belts, hoses, seals, gaskets, and vibration dampeners.
• Cable & Wire Insulation: Improves the curing and aging properties of rubber insulation and jacketing.
• Footwear & Sporting Goods: Employed in rubber soles and components requiring specific elasticity and strength.
• Secondary Accelerator in complex curing systems when combined with other accelerators like thiurams or dithiocarbamates.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Mercaptobenzothiazole, Ferric Salt
CAS No.	53404-53-8
Molecular Formula	C14H8FeN2S4
Molecular Weight	396.26 g/mol
Synonyms	MBT Ferric Salt; 2-Benzothiazolethiol, Iron(3+) Salt; Iron(III) Mercaptobenzothiazolate; Ferric 2-Mercaptobenzothiazole; MBTS-Fe; Vulcanization Accelerator MBT-Fe; Accelerator MZ (related zinc salt variant); Iron Complex of 2-Mercaptobenzothiazole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Mercaptobenzothiazole, Ferric Salt is manufactured under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance reliability. Each lot undergoes rigorous testing, including assay, identification, and physical property analysis, to meet the demanding specifications of the rubber industry. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air and light should be avoided to maintain product integrity. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellowish-brown to brown powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (Fe Content)	Min. 13.5%
Melting Point	> 200°C (decomposes)
Loss on Drying	Max. 1.0%
Ash Content	Contact for details
Mesh Size	100% through 100 mesh (or as required)

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.