Compatibility Rating
At 20°C (68°F)
Fair
Limited resistance - short-term exposure only
At 50°C (122°F)
Poor
Not recommended - significant degradation expected
Comparison Table — All Materials for Chloroform
| Material | 20°C | 50°C |
|---|---|---|
| HDPE | C | D |
| LDPE | D | D |
| PP | C | D |
| PTFE | A | A |
| PVDF | A | A |
| FEP | A | A |
| ECTFE/ETFE | B | C |
| EPDM | D | D |
| Viton (FPM) | C | D |
| NBR | D | D |
| Silicone | NR | NR |
| SS 316 | A | A |
| SS 304 | A | A |
| Aluminium | C | C |
| PVC Rigid | D | D |
| PVC Flexible | D | D |
| PMP | D | D |
| Polystyrene | D | D |
| SAN | D | D |
| Polycarbonate | D | D |
| PETG | D | D |
| Acetal (POM) | D | D |
| Nylon (PA) | C | D |
| Polysulfone | D | D |
A=Excellent · B=Good · C=Fair · D=Poor · NR=No Data
FAQ
Is Nylon (PA) resistant to Chloroform?
Nylon (PA) has Fair (C) resistance to Chloroform at 20°C. Limited resistance - short-term exposure only.
Can I store Chloroform in Nylon (PA) containers?
Use caution - Nylon (PA) is rated C (Fair) for Chloroform.