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Epichlorohydrin Resistance of Acetal (POM)

Is Acetal (POM) compatible with Epichlorohydrin? 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)
NR
No Data
No data available

Comparison Table — All Materials for Epichlorohydrin

Material20°C50°C
HDPEANR
LDPEANR
PPBB
PTFEANR
PVDFCC
FEPAA
ECTFE/ETFENRNR
EPDMCNR
Viton (FPM)DD
NBRDD
SiliconeNRNR
SS 316NRNR
SS 304NRNR
AluminiumCC
PVC RigidDD
PVC FlexibleDD
PMPDD
PolystyreneNRNR
SANNRNR
PolycarbonateDD
PETGNRNR
Acetal (POM)ANR
Nylon (PA)DD
PolysulfoneNRNR

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

🌡️ Temperature Note

Good resistance at both 20°C and 50°C. Maximum service temperature for this material is 90°C — above this, degradation risk increases significantly.

🔄 Better Alternative?

Consider: Nylon or PP. View all materials for Epichlorohydrin →

FAQ

Is Acetal (POM) resistant to Epichlorohydrin?

Acetal (POM) has Excellent (A) resistance to Epichlorohydrin at 20°C. Excellent resistance - recommended for continuous use.

Can I store Epichlorohydrin in Acetal (POM) containers?

Yes, Acetal (POM) is rated A (Excellent) for Epichlorohydrin.

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