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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I’m considering it. Does anyone have it? [/quote]

It's not toxic.  It does not leach into the soil. Do your research.  That being said, there are lots of articles supporting both sides.  Look for an actual science article. [/quote]

Rubber mulch is definitely toxic and absolutely does leach into the soil:

http://gardenprofessors.com/rubber-mulch-rubs-me-the-wrong-way/

"It breaks down:  Although sales literature would have you believe otherwise, rubber is broken down by microbes like any other organic product.  Specialized bacterial and fungal species can use rubber as their sole food source.  In the degradation process, chemicals in the tires can leach into the surrounding soil or water.

It’s toxic:  Research has shown that rubber leachate from car tires can kill entire aquatic communities of algae, zooplankton, snails, and fish.  While part of this toxicity may be from the heavy metals (like chromium and zinc) found in tires, it’s also from the chemicals used in making tires.  These include 2-mercaptobenzothiazole and polyaromatic hydrocarbons, both known to be hazardous to human and environmental health.

It’s not fun to be around:  When rubber mulch gets hot, it stinks.  And it can burn your feet.  Yuck."
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