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Ethyl Acetate Resistance of Acetal (POM)

Is Acetal (POM) compatible with Ethyl Acetate? 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

Comparison Table — All Materials for Ethyl Acetate

Material20°C50°C
HDPEAC
LDPECD
PPAC
PTFEAA
PVDFCC
FEPAA
ECTFE/ETFEAB
EPDMCNR
Viton (FPM)DD
NBRDD
SiliconeNRNR
SS 316AA
SS 304AA
AluminiumAA
PVC RigidDD
PVC FlexibleDD
PMPDD
PolystyreneDD
SANDD
PolycarbonateDD
PETGDD
Acetal (POM)AA
Nylon (PA)ANR
PolysulfoneDD

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?

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FAQ

Is Acetal (POM) resistant to Ethyl Acetate?

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

Can I store Ethyl Acetate in Acetal (POM) containers?

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

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