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Urea Resistance of Acetal (POM)

Is Acetal (POM) compatible with Urea?

Compatibility Rating

At 20°C
A
Excellent
Excellent resistance - recommended for continuous use
At 50°C
A
Excellent
Excellent resistance - recommended for continuous use

Comparison Table — All Materials for Urea

Material20°C50°C
HDPEAA
LDPEAA
PPAA
PTFEAA
PVDFAA
FEPAA
ECTFE/ETFEAA
EPDMANR
Viton (FPM)AA
NBRAA
SiliconeNRNR
SS 316ANR
SS 304ANR
AluminiumAA
PVC RigidBD
PVC FlexibleCC
PMPAB
PolystyreneAB
SANAA
PolycarbonateAA
PETGANR
Acetal (POM)AA
Nylon (PA)ANR
PolysulfoneCC

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.

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FAQ

Is Acetal (POM) resistant to Urea?

Acetal (POM) has Excellent (A) resistance to Urea at 20°C.

Can I store Urea in Acetal (POM)?

Yes, Acetal (POM) is rated A for Urea.

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