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SBR   (Styrene Butadiene Rubber) A synthetic rubber which is easy to process in large quantities. Widely used in the footwear and tyre industries. Properties • good physical strength • good tear and abrasion resistance • range of colours • one of the cheaper rubbers Limitations • does not resist oil or fuels • prone to weathering Typical Applications Non-mechanical high-volume products such as shoe soles and heels or car tyres