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Can rubber be used to make chewing gum? Can straw, cassava, or rice husks become sources of synthetic rubber? For many, rubber products like tires are synonymous with petroleum-based materials. But at Chambroad Sinopoly, a revolutionary process is reshaping the future: producing butyl rubber from waste tires. A closed-loop, “tire-to-tire” circular economy is taking shape—ushering in a greener vision for the rubber industry. Rooted in Innovation, Driven by R&D As the only producer of butyl rubber in Shandong Province, China, Chambroad Sinopoly serves eight of the world’s top 10 tire companies across Europe, America, and Asia. With deep ties to Chambroad Group’s industrial strength, the company has partnered with top universities and research institutes to build a cutting-edge platform for high-performance rubber and specialty chemical innovation. “We’ve built a robust R&D system covering production, development, pre-research, and technical reserves,” said Liu Xiao, General Manager of Chambroad Sinopoly. “Continuous investment in research has allowed us to overcome critical challenges, holding five core proprietary technologies, three internationally advanced techniques, and 15 provincial innovation projects.” From Waste Tires to High-Performance Rubber Butyl rubber is essential for a wide range of applications—inner tubes, medical stoppers, anti-corrosion linings, protective clothing, shoes, and more. Chambroad Sinopoly recycles waste tires into pyrolysis oil, which is then used to produce high-performance butyl rubber with superior air tightness, damping, and heat resistance—making it ideal for inner liners in tires. As the largest single-site butyl rubber producer in China, the company is building a full-cycle green industrial chain that redefines the life cycle of a tire. Bio-Based Rubber: Pioneering the Next Frontier Chambroad Sinopoly is also pioneering the future of sustainable materials. It is the first to develop bio-based itaconate rubber, derived from agricultural waste such as straw, cassava, and rice husks. Already applied in tires, footwear, and conveyor belts, this material offers enhanced slip resistance and reduced rolling resistance. Compared to petroleum-based rubber, each ton of bio-based itaconate rubber produced can reduce CO₂ emissions by approximately 1.4 tons. With the world’s first thousands-of-ton pilot line now in operation, Chambroad is scaling up. “We aim to expand capacity to tens of thousands of tons this year,” Liu Xiao shared. Empowering Talent for Technological Breakthroughs “Talent is our most valuable asset,” Liu emphasized. The company has cultivated a strong talent ecosystem by integrating academic collaboration, policy support, and cutting-edge platforms. Last year alone, eight PhDs joined the team. New employees cite the company’s focus, supportive culture, and value-driven leadership as key motivators. “Integrity, responsibility, and altruism are core to our mission,” noted technical expert Dr. Xu Hongde. Circular Economy in Action In the ESG era, Chambroad Sinopoly leads with a “full-chain recycling” model—repurposing pyrolysis oil from downstream partners as upstream raw materials, then supplying the final product back to tire manufacturers. This circular system not only reduces fossil fuel dependency and carbon emissions but also sets a new benchmark for efficiency and sustainability in the synthetic rubber sector. “Under the dual-carbon strategy, investing in R&D today is an investment in long-term sustainability,” Liu added. From Local Roots to Global Reach Chambroad Sinopoly is accelerating its global journey with greater R&D investment, and customer-focused innovation. By leading in bio-based materials, C4 value chains, and integrated innovation, the company is strengthening China’s position in the global synthetic rubber market. “To lead in materials, we must align value creation with customer needs,” Liu said. “Only then can we grow from big to strong on the world stage.” From turning waste into high-value materials to pioneering bio-based breakthroughs, Chambroad Sinopoly is redefining what a modern chemical company can be. With a “green, high-tech, and youth-driven” identity, it is forging a new path for Chinese manufacturing—blending sustainability, innovation, and global ambition.

Can rubber be used to make chewing gum? Can straw, cassava, or rice husks become sources of synthetic rubber? For many, rubber products like tires are synonymous with petroleum-based materials. But at Chambroad Sinopoly, a revolutionary process is reshaping the future: producing butyl rubber from waste tires. A closed-loop, “tire-to-tire” circular economy is taking shape—ushering in a greener vision for the rubber industry. Rooted in Innovation, Driven by R&D As the only producer of butyl rubber in Shandong Province, China, Chambroad Sinopoly serves eight of the world’s top 10 tire companies across Europe, America, and Asia. With deep ties to Chambroad Group’s industrial strength, the company has partnered with top universities and research institutes to build a cutting-edge platform for high-performance rubber and specialty chemical innovation. “We’ve built a robust R&D system covering production, development, pre-research, and technical reserves,” said Liu Xiao, General Manager of Chambroad Sinopoly. “Continuous investment in research has allowed us to overcome critical challenges, holding five core proprietary technologies, three internationally advanced techniques, and 15 provincial innovation projects.” From Waste Tires to High-Performance Rubber Butyl rubber is essential for a wide range of applications—inner tubes, medical stoppers, anti-corrosion linings, protective clothing, shoes, and more. Chambroad Sinopoly recycles waste tires into pyrolysis oil, which is then used to produce high-performance butyl rubber with superior air tightness, damping, and heat resistance—making it ideal for inner liners in tires. As the largest single-site butyl rubber producer in China, the company is building a full-cycle green industrial chain that redefines the life cycle of a tire. Bio-Based Rubber: Pioneering the Next Frontier Chambroad Sinopoly is also pioneering the future of sustainable materials. It is the first to develop bio-based itaconate rubber, derived from agricultural waste such as straw, cassava, and rice husks. Already applied in tires, footwear, and conveyor belts, this material offers enhanced slip resistance and reduced rolling resistance. Compared to petroleum-based rubber, each ton of bio-based itaconate rubber produced can reduce CO₂ emissions by approximately 1.4 tons. With the world’s first thousands-of-ton pilot line now in operation, Chambroad is scaling up. “We aim to expand capacity to tens of thousands of tons this year,” Liu Xiao shared. Empowering Talent for Technological Breakthroughs “Talent is our most valuable asset,” Liu emphasized. The company has cultivated a strong talent ecosystem by integrating academic collaboration, policy support, and cutting-edge platforms. Last year alone, eight PhDs joined the team. New employees cite the company’s focus, supportive culture, and value-driven leadership as key motivators. “Integrity, responsibility, and altruism are core to our mission,” noted technical expert Dr. Xu Hongde. Circular Economy in Action In the ESG era, Chambroad Sinopoly leads with a “full-chain recycling” model—repurposing pyrolysis oil from downstream partners as upstream raw materials, then supplying the final product back to tire manufacturers. This circular system not only reduces fossil fuel dependency and carbon emissions but also sets a new benchmark for efficiency and sustainability in the synthetic rubber sector. “Under the dual-carbon strategy, investing in R&D today is an investment in long-term sustainability,” Liu added. From Local Roots to Global Reach Chambroad Sinopoly is accelerating its global journey with greater R&D investment, and customer-focused innovation. By leading in bio-based materials, C4 value chains, and integrated innovation, the company is strengthening China’s position in the global synthetic rubber market. “To lead in materials, we must align value creation with customer needs,” Liu said. “Only then can we grow from big to strong on the world stage.” From turning waste into high-value materials to pioneering bio-based breakthroughs, Chambroad Sinopoly is redefining what a modern chemical company can be. With a “green, high-tech, and youth-driven” identity, it is forging a new path for Chinese manufacturing—blending sustainability, innovation, and global ambition.