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Hydrochloric Acid Resistance of Nylon (PA)

Is Nylon (PA) compatible with Hydrochloric Acid?

Compatibility Rating

📊 Note: Hydrochloric Acid resistance varies by concentration. Data available for: 1-5 %, 20 %, 35 %. Search for specific concentrations →

At 20°C
D
Poor
Not recommended - significant degradation expected
At 50°C
D
Poor
Not recommended - significant degradation expected

Comparison Table — All Materials for Hydrochloric Acid

Material20°C50°C
HDPEAA
LDPEAA
PPAA
PTFEAA
PVDFAA
FEPAA
ECTFE/ETFEAA
EPDMANR
Viton (FPM)AA
NBRDD
SiliconeNRNR
SS 316DD
SS 304DD
AluminiumDD
PVC RigidAC
PVC FlexibleNRNR
PMPAB
PolystyreneAA
SANNRNR
PolycarbonateBC
PETGCNR
Acetal (POM)DD
Nylon (PA)DD
PolysulfoneAA

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

FAQ

Is Nylon (PA) resistant to Hydrochloric Acid?

Nylon (PA) has Poor (D) resistance to Hydrochloric Acid at 20°C.

Can I store Hydrochloric Acid in Nylon (PA)?

Caution - Nylon (PA) is rated D for Hydrochloric Acid.

📊 Note: Hydrochloric Acid resistance varies by concentration. Data available for: 1-5 %, 20 %, 35 %. Search for specific concentrations →

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