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Butanol Resistance of PTFE

Is PTFE compatible with Butanol? See the chemical resistance rating below.

Compatibility Rating

At 20°C (68°F)
A
Excellent
Excellent resistance - recommended for continuous use
At 50°C (122°F)
A
Excellent
Excellent resistance - recommended for continuous use

Why is PTFE resistant to Butanol?

PTFE shows excellent resistance to Butanol due to the extremely strong carbon-fluorine bonds making it virtually inert to almost all chemicals.

⚠️ When NOT to use PTFE

Avoid using PTFE (Teflon) with molten alkali metals, fluorine gas at high temperatures, and certain fluorinated compounds. It is the most chemically resistant plastic available.

Comparison Table — All Materials for Butanol

Material20°C50°C
HDPEAA
LDPEAC
PPAB
PTFEAA
PVDFAA
FEPAA
ECTFE/ETFEAA
EPDMBNR
Viton (FPM)CD
NBRANR
SiliconeNRNR
SS 316AA
SS 304AA
AluminiumAA
PVC RigidBC
PVC FlexibleDD
PMPAB
PolystyreneAB
SANAC
PolycarbonateBC
PETGANR
Acetal (POM)AB
Nylon (PA)ANR
PolysulfoneBC

A=Excellent · B=Good · C=Fair · D=Poor · NR=No Data

FAQ

Is PTFE resistant to Butanol?

PTFE has Excellent (A) resistance to Butanol at 20°C. Excellent resistance - recommended for continuous use.

Can I store Butanol in PTFE containers?

Yes, PTFE is rated A (Excellent) for Butanol.

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