2-Mercaptobenzothiazole (MBT)

2-Mercaptobenzothiazole (MBT) is an organic compound that belongs to the family of benzothiazoles. It has the molecular formula C7H5NS2 and a molecular weight of 167.25 g/mol.MBT is used in the production of rubber and latex as a vulcanization accelerator, which means it helps to speed up the process of crosslinking the polymer chains in rubber and latex to make them more durable and resistant to heat, chemicals, and other environmental factors. It is also used in the manufacture of various other products, such as pesticides, water treatment chemicals, and corrosion inhibitors.

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