The present invention is based upon the unexpected finding that polyisoprene
rubber which is clear and of high purity can be cured utilizing the curative system
of this invention to attain an elongation at break of greater than 1200% without
compromising the clarity or purity of the rubber. The curative system of this invention
is comprised of a carbonyl inhibited platinum catalyst, and a branched crosslinking
agent having at least 2 hydrosilyl groups per molecule. The curative system of
this invention can be used to cure solid polyisoprene rubber that is used in a
wide variety of application and is a particular value in curing polyisoprene rubber
used in manufacturing sporting goods, healthcare, and medical products. The present
invention more specifically discloses a curable polyisoprene rubber composition
comprising: (1) a polyisoprene rubber comprised of repeat units that are derived
from isoprene monomer, (2) a carbonyl inhibited platinum catalyst, and (3) a crosslinking
agent having at least 2 hydrosilyl groups per molecule.