Ultra-High Structure Carbon Black for Tires: Balance Rolling Resistance & Abrasion Resistance | SFT

On January 30, 2026, SFT Company briefly interpreted the application value of ultra-high structure (VHS) carbon black in tire formulations based on ASTM D1765 standard and a 2025 global industrial application report, which shows that VHS carbon black can reduce tire rolling resistance coefficient by up to 18.3% while improving abrasion resistance, addressing overseas tire manufacturers’ core pain point.

Ultra-High Structure Carbon Black: Core Solution for Tire Manufacturers’Performance Challenges

Ultra-high structure carbon black is a key material for solving tire tread performance contradictions—a major pain point for overseas tire buyers: reducing rolling resistance to improve fuel economy often requires sacrificing abrasion resistance, and vice versa. With a higher structure degree than standard carbon black, it produces rubber compounds with better dynamic stiffness and lower tan δ, effectively enhancing abrasion resistance without compromising fuel efficiency.

ASTM Carbon Black Grades (N200/N300): Practical Guide for Tire Manufacturers

ASTM international standards have defined clear structure and surface area targets for carbon black grades (designated as N series), providing convenience for overseas tire manufacturers to select products. Among them, N200 series (particle size about 20nm) and N300 series (particle size about 30nm) are widely used in tire tread formulations. For example, BC2005 (N200 series) and BC2013 (N300 series) ultra-high structure carbon black products can be adapted to different tire tread formulations, especially suitable for long-distance truck tire applications.

Carbon Black Selection for Tires: Meet Environmental Standards & Reduce Procurement Costs

Carbon black selection optimization helps overseas tire manufacturers balance performance and meet international environmental standards. Scientific selection of ultra-high structure carbon black reduces tire road wear particles (TRWP) while ensuring performance, and adjusting its filling amount further improves fuel economy without compromising abrasion resistance. As global automotive industry requirements for fuel economy and environmental protection tighten, demand for high-quality ultra-high structure carbon black in tire formulations continues to surge. SFT, a professional industrial carbon black supplier, provides ASTM-standard VHS carbon black and customized selection guidance for overseas tire manufacturers.

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