CSM

• Hypalon isa trademark for chlorosulfonated

polyethylene (CSPE) synthetic rubber (CSM) noted for
its resistance to chemicals, temperature extremes,
and ultraviolet light.
• It was a product of DuPont Performance Elastomers,
a subsidiary of DuPont.
• Along with PVC, CSM is one of the most common
materials used to make inflatable boats and
folding kayaks.
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• It is also used in roofing materials and as a
surface coat material on radomes owing to its
radar-transparent quality.
• Hypalon is also used in the construction of the
decking of modern snowshoes, replacing
neoprene as a lighter, stronger alternative.
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• CSM is used for automotive hoses, gas and

industrial applications, electric cable jacketing,
machine parts, floor tiles, magnetic rubber,
rubber coated cloth, coatings, gaskets, flexible
tubes, rolls and linings.
• Special applications for chlorosulfonated
polyethylene can include escalator handrails,
diaphragms and lining for chemical processing
equipment.