1 Introduction; 2 Executive Summary; 3 Natural Latex; 4 Synthetic Latex; 5 Applications for Latex; 6 New Developments in Latex; 7 Consumption by Global Region and Material Type; 8 Natural Rubber Latex Industry Structure; 9 Synthetic Latex Industry Structure; 10 Regulations and Environmental Issues; 11 Influences and Trends in Latices to 2005; 12 Companies and Associations; Glossary of Terms; Abbreviations and Acronyms.
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This latex market report gives a comprehensive introduction to both natural and synthetic polymers in one volume. This is a "hot" subject because of the tremendous changes in the market. These have arisen from the increased use of disposable gloves in the medical industry and the search for elastomers which do not promote allergic reactions. Also latex products are being used extensively as alternatives to solvent based systems such as adhesives, sealants and coatings, because of global legislation concerning the use of volatile and flammable solvents. The range of applications of lat.