TS ISO 1629

TS ISO 1629 is a terminology standard for the symbol system used to name rubbers and latices in abbreviated form. Its central idea is to identify the basic rubber family from the chemical composition of the polymer chain, while allowing the same nomenclature approach to be used for both dry rubber and latex forms.

A chemistry-based language for rubber families

In general technical use, nomenclature standards like this one help different sectors speak about the same material in the same way. That matters because rubber products are defined not only by trade name or supplier branding, but also by the underlying polymer type. A common symbolic system makes it easier to describe materials consistently in technical papers, product documentation, procurement records, and government or industrial communication.

According to the supplied scope, the standard is intended to standardize abbreviated terms used in industry, commerce, and government, while supplementing rather than conflicting with existing trade names and trademarks. The notes also indicate a preferred technical-writing practice: use the rubber name where possible, and place the symbol after the chemical name for later reference. Thermoplastic elastomer nomenclature is treated separately in ISO 18064.

• Defines symbols for basic rubbers based on polymer-chain chemical composition
• Applies to both dry rubber and latex forms
• Standardizes abbreviated terms across industry, commerce, and government
• Complements trade names and trademarks rather than replacing them
• Separates thermoplastic elastomer nomenclature from this system