A biodegradable end-product

Research shows (1) a significant decrease in the mass of natural latex foam during a 3-month soil burial.

The biodegradability of natural latex foam is further supported by the degraded area of the cell structure.

It is therefore estimated that it takes 2-3 years for natural latex foam to be fully decomposed.

(1) Ramli, Roslim & Amir, M & Augurio, P. (2012). Natural Rubber Latex Foam. Journal of Engineering Science. 8. 15-27.

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