synthetic rubber

noun

1. any of several substances similar to natural rubber in properties and uses, produced by the polymerization of an unsaturated hydrocarbon, as butylene or isoprene, or by the copolymerization of such hydrocarbons with styrene, butadiene, or the like.

synthetic rubber

noun

1. any of various synthetic materials, similar to natural rubber, made by polymerizing unsaturated hydrocarbons, such as isoprene and butadiene

Example Sentences

This tree sat alone for years and years in an old industrial brownfield, the site of a former synthetic rubber factory, putting down its roots in poisoned earth, surrounded by scrap yards.

From Los Angeles Times

The need is urgent for a domestic natural rubber industry: While the United States produces synthetic rubber, it is entirely dependent on imports for natural rubber.

From Science Daily

It's used in the production of antifreeze, vinyl, synthetic rubber, foam insulation, and plastics of all kinds.

From Science Daily

The EPA has demanded that the company reduce toxic emissions from its plant that makes synthetic rubber.

From Seattle Times

The agency said it has taken action to reduce the risk from the Denka polymer plant that makes synthetic rubber, including reaching an agreement that cut emissions.

From Seattle Times