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Oleic Acid Resistance of Acetal (POM)

Is Acetal (POM) compatible with Oleic Acid?

Compatibility Rating

At 20°C
B
Good
Good resistance - suitable for intermittent contact
At 50°C
NR
No Data
No data available

Comparison Table — All Materials for Oleic Acid

Material20°C50°C
HDPEAC
LDPEAC
PPAC
PTFEAA
PVDFAA
FEPAA
ECTFE/ETFENRNR
EPDMDD
Viton (FPM)BB
NBRCNR
SiliconeNRNR
SS 316AA
SS 304AA
AluminiumAA
PVC RigidAA
PVC FlexibleNRNR
PMPNRNR
PolystyreneAC
SANAC
PolycarbonateANR
PETGANR
Acetal (POM)BNR
Nylon (PA)ANR
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?

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FAQ

Is Acetal (POM) resistant to Oleic Acid?

Acetal (POM) has Good (B) resistance to Oleic Acid at 20°C.

Can I store Oleic Acid in Acetal (POM)?

Yes, Acetal (POM) is rated B for Oleic Acid.

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