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Premium Isobutylene-Isoprene Rubber (CAS 9010-85-9) renowned for its unmatched gas impermeability. Supplied in bales across standard and halogenated grades for tyre, pharmaceutical, sealant and adhesive manufacturers throughout the UAE and GCC.
Product Overview
Butyl Rubber (IIR) is a synthetic elastomer produced by cationic copolymerisation of isobutylene with a small proportion of isoprene (typically 0.5–2.5 mol%). The near-saturated backbone gives butyl rubber the lowest gas and moisture permeability of any commercial elastomer, along with excellent resistance to ozone, weathering, acids, alkalis and polar solvents.
Because the isoprene content is so low, butyl rubber is dramatically slower to cure than general-purpose rubbers, but this same saturated structure is what makes it chemically inert and dimensionally stable over long service life — which is why it dominates tyre inner-liner, pharmaceutical closure and sealant applications worldwide.
Halogenated variants — chlorobutyl (CIIR) and bromobutyl (BIIR) — offer faster, more compatible cure with general-purpose rubber compounds while retaining butyl's core impermeability advantage, and are the standard for modern radial tyre inner liners. Chelora Chemicals UAE stocks both regular and halobutyl grades for compounders and industrial converters across the region.
Technical Specifications
Key physical, chemical and mechanical properties of IIR as supplied by Chelora Chemicals UAE. Grade-specific data sheets available on request.
| Property | Typical Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 9010-85-9 |
| Chemical Family | Synthetic Elastomer (Copolymer) |
| Physical State | Solid bales |
| Specific Gravity | 0.91–0.92 g/cm³ |
| Isoprene Content | 0.5–2.5 mol% |
| Unsaturation | 0.5–3.0 mol% (grade-dependent) |
| Molecular Weight (Mn) | 300,000–500,000 g/mol (typical) |
| Colour | Milky white to pale amber |
| Odour | Mild, characteristic hydrocarbon |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water; soluble in hydrocarbon solvents |
| Property | Typical Value |
|---|---|
| Mooney Viscosity ML(1+8) 125 °C | 28–60 MU |
| Service Temperature | −40 °C to +120 °C |
| Gas Permeability | Lowest of all commercial elastomers |
| Ozone / UV Resistance | Excellent — no antiozonant required |
| Weathering Resistance | Excellent — suitable for outdoor service |
| Chemical Resistance | Excellent vs. acids, alkalis, polar solvents |
| Compression Set | Moderate (improved with halobutyl grades) |
| Tensile Strength | 10–21 MPa (compounded) |
| Elongation at Break | 300–750% |
| Hardness Range (Shore A) | 30–90 Shore A (compounded) |
* All values are typical ranges for general-purpose butyl rubber grades. Precise values depend on the specific isoprene content, Mooney grade and compounding recipe. Contact Chelora Chemicals UAE for grade-specific technical data sheets and SDS.
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Butyl rubber's unmatched impermeability and chemical inertness make it indispensable wherever gas-tightness, pharmaceutical purity or vibration damping are required.
Halobutyl (CIIR/BIIR) grades are the global standard for radial tyre inner liners, retaining air pressure far longer than any alternative elastomer, while regular butyl remains the material of choice for bicycle and heavy-vehicle inner tubes.
Chemically inert, low-extractable butyl formulations are used for vial stoppers, syringe plungers and IV-bag closures, protecting drug formulations from moisture ingress and gas exchange over long shelf lives.
Butyl rubber is a key tackifying and sealing component in construction sealants, double-glazing spacer sealants, roofing membranes and pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes used across the UAE's building sector.
High damping characteristics make butyl rubber ideal for engine mounts, machinery isolators and vibration-dampening components in industrial and automotive applications across the Gulf.
Tank linings, hose linings and protective coatings for storage and transport of acids, alkalis and other aggressive chemicals, where resistance to corrosive attack and permeation is essential.
Tyre-curing bladders, autoclave diaphragms and steam-resistant components that must withstand repeated high-temperature cycling while retaining dimensional stability over thousands of cure cycles.
Industries Served
Chelora Chemicals UAE supplies IIR to all key impermeability-driven industrial sectors, backed by technical support and fast in-country delivery.
OEM and retread tyre producers and inner-tube manufacturers sourcing halobutyl and regular IIR for inner liners, tubes and curing bladders.
Pharmaceutical packaging converters producing stoppers, plungers and closures requiring low-extractable, steam-sterilisable butyl compounds.
Sealant, roofing membrane and glazing-spacer manufacturers formulating butyl-based sealing and waterproofing systems for the UAE's construction industry.
Engine mount, isolator and anti-vibration component manufacturers requiring butyl's superior damping and heat-ageing characteristics.
Tank and vessel lining contractors and hose manufacturers requiring chemically resistant, low-permeability elastomer linings for aggressive media.
Pressure-sensitive adhesive and tape producers formulating butyl-based tack systems for packaging, construction and industrial bonding tapes.
Independent compounders formulating custom IIR and halobutyl blends for moulded parts, gaskets and specialised sealing components.
Regional distributors sourcing butyl rubber bales for resale to end-users across the GCC, Middle East and Africa.
UAE & GCC Coverage
Our UAE-based warehouse and Jebel Ali logistics position ensures fast IIR delivery to all emirates and GCC export markets.
Same-day and next-day IIR delivery within Dubai, including Jebel Ali FZ tyre and sealant manufacturers and Al Quoz rubber compounders.
Serving ICAD rubber and chemical industries, Musaffah manufacturing zone and KIZAD for butyl rubber used in sealants and industrial components.
IIR supply to Sharjah Industrial Area, SAIF Zone and Hamriyah FZ for rubber moulding and sealant production customers.
Delivery to Ajman Industrial Area and Ajman Free Zone supporting rubber and construction chemical processors.
Supply to RAK Industrial Zone and RAKIA manufacturers requiring IIR for sealants, hose linings and vibration-damping components.
Fujairah Free Zone and port area industrial customers served with butyl rubber for marine sealing and tank-lining applications.
UAQ Free Trade Zone industrial customers supplied with competitive butyl rubber pricing and reliable same-week delivery.
Regular IIR exports to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman and wider MENA. Full freight, customs documentation and COO support available.
Packaging Options
Chelora Chemicals UAE offers multiple packaging configurations for Butyl Rubber (IIR) to serve small-batch compounders, large-volume industrial processors and GCC export buyers. All packaging is correctly labelled, lot-coded and supplied with the corresponding Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
Our warehouse team stores IIR bales away from direct sunlight and heat sources, following rubber storage best practice to maintain Mooney viscosity stability and prevent premature cross-linking. Bales are wrapped in PE film and pallet-stacked for forklift handling and container loading efficiency.
PE-wrapped standard bale. Ideal for compounders and sealant manufacturers.
Multi-bale stretch-wrapped pallet for warehouse and production line efficiency.
20 MT+ Full Container Load for export to Saudi Arabia, Qatar and beyond.
Anti-sticking coating for stable storage in high-ambient-temperature climates.
How To Order
Six simple steps to receive IIR at your facility anywhere in the UAE or GCC.
Provide your required type (regular, chlorobutyl or bromobutyl), Mooney viscosity range and any special requirements (pharmaceutical-grade, low-extractable). Our technical team can advise if needed.
Submit your inquiry via our online contact form, email or telephone. We provide competitive pricing with a formal written quote within 24 hours. Volume discounts apply from 500 kg upward.
Receive the batch Certificate of Analysis confirming key parameters, together with the GHS-compliant Safety Data Sheet, before order confirmation.
Confirm your order in writing. Standard credit terms are available for approved customers. New customers can arrange advance payment or letter of credit for large shipments.
Select from our UAE door-to-door delivery service, Jebel Ali Free Zone warehouse collection, or let us arrange FCL ocean freight for GCC and wider export destinations.
IIR is delivered with full documentation. Inspect batch on receipt against the CoA. Our technical support team remains available for any compound development, processing or reorder queries.
Quality & Safety
Chelora Chemicals UAE sources Butyl Rubber (IIR) from globally recognised manufacturers operating under ISO 9001 quality management systems. Every batch is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) confirming grade identity, Mooney viscosity, unsaturation level and other key quality parameters against the published grade specification.
Safety Note: Butyl Rubber in solid bale form is generally a low-hazard material and not classified as dangerous goods for transport. Rubber dust from milling may be a respiratory irritant. Consult the full SDS before handling and processing.
Why Chelora
Regular and halobutyl IIR grades are held in our UAE warehouse, enabling same-day or next-day delivery to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and all other emirates — removing import lead times entirely.
Our rubber technology specialists guide you through grade selection — regular, chlorobutyl or bromobutyl — matching permeability, cure-system compatibility and heat-ageing requirements to your application.
Every shipment is accompanied by a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, a GHS-compliant Safety Data Sheet and Technical Data Sheet. Export orders include Certificates of Origin and all required customs documentation.
Our strong supplier relationships and Jebel Ali logistics advantage allow us to price IIR competitively across the GCC, from small bale quantities for compounders to full container loads for large-volume users.
We regularly export butyl rubber to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain and Oman, providing complete logistics management including freight booking, customs clearance, COO certificates and MSDS provision in Arabic and English.
Our bilingual (English/Arabic) sales and technical team provides rapid responses to inquiries, proactive grade recommendations, order status updates and after-delivery support.
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FAQ
Butyl Rubber (IIR) is used primarily for tyre inner liners and inner tubes, pharmaceutical vial stoppers and syringe plungers, construction and glazing sealants, anti-vibration mounts, chemical-resistant tank linings and tyre-curing bladders. Its unmatched gas and moisture impermeability makes it the standard elastomer wherever gas-tightness or chemical inertness is critical across the UAE and GCC.
The CAS number for Butyl Rubber (IIR, Isobutylene-Isoprene Rubber) is 9010-85-9. Halogenated variants — chlorobutyl (CIIR) and bromobutyl (BIIR) — carry their own distinct CAS numbers, so always specify the exact grade when ordering.
Regular butyl rubber cures slowly and is largely incompatible with general-purpose rubber compounds during co-curing. Chlorobutyl (CIIR) and bromobutyl (BIIR) are produced by halogenating the isoprene double bonds, which dramatically speeds up cure rate and improves co-vulcanisation with natural and SBR rubber — making halobutyl the standard choice for modern tyre inner liners bonded to the tyre carcass.
Chelora Chemicals UAE is a dedicated Butyl Rubber (IIR) supplier serving all seven UAE emirates. We stock regular and halobutyl grades in standard bale form, serving the tyre, pharmaceutical, construction, automotive and chemical processing industries across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah and Umm Al Quwain.
Yes. Chelora Chemicals UAE delivers Butyl Rubber to all seven UAE emirates — Dubai (including Jebel Ali FZ, Al Quoz and DIP), Abu Dhabi (Musaffah, ICAD, KIZAD), Sharjah (SAIF Zone, Hamriyah FZ), Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah and Umm Al Quwain — as well as to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman and other GCC countries.
Butyl rubber's near-saturated chemical structure makes it exceptionally inert, with very low levels of extractable compounds that could migrate into drug formulations. Combined with outstanding moisture and gas barrier properties, this makes it the preferred elastomer for vial stoppers, syringe plungers and closures that must preserve sterility and drug stability over extended shelf life, including after steam autoclave sterilisation.
Yes. Butyl rubber offers excellent resistance to dilute acids, alkalis, polar solvents (alcohols, ketones), ozone and weathering. It is not recommended for aromatic or aliphatic hydrocarbons, oils and fuels, where swelling occurs — for those applications NBR or FKM would be preferred instead.
Chelora Chemicals UAE supplies Butyl Rubber in 25 kg polyethylene-wrapped bales (standard for compounders), 500 kg stretch-wrapped pallet packs, and bulk 20–25 MT Full Container Load (FCL) for large-volume buyers and export. Talc-dusted bales for anti-sticking in high-ambient-temperature environments can be arranged on request.
Yes. Chelora Chemicals UAE regularly exports Butyl Rubber to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman and wider markets across Asia, Africa and Europe, leveraging our proximity to Jebel Ali Port. We handle all export logistics including freight forwarding, customs documentation, certificate of origin (COO) and safety data sheets in Arabic and English.
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Chelora Chemicals UAE holds IIR in stock across regular and halobutyl grades. Request a quote and receive a response within 24 hours. UAE delivery, GCC export and full documentation available.