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Material 20°C
(68°F)		 50°C
(122°F)		 Type
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Ratings: A Excellent B Good C Limited D Not Recommended NR No Data

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Our database covers over 1,600 industrial chemicals — from common acids and solvents to specialized compounds. Check compatibility across 24 materials including plastics like HDPE, PP, and PTFE, fluoropolymers, elastomers including Viton® and EPDM, and stainless steels. Get instant recommendations based on real-world resistance data at multiple temperatures.

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Material Quick Guide

HDPE →
High-Density Polyethylene
Best for: Acids, bases, alcohols. Common for drums & containers.
PP →
Polypropylene
Best for: Strong acids & bases. Higher temp resistance than PE.
PTFE →
Teflon®
Best for: Nearly all chemicals. Premium choice for seals & gaskets.
SS 316 →
Stainless Steel (1.4401)
Best for: Corrosive environments. Better than 304 for chlorides.
Viton® (FPM) →
Fluoroelastomer
Best for: Fuels, oils, acids. Premium seal material.
EPDM →
Ethylene Propylene
Best for: Water, steam, bases. NOT for oils/fuels.
Silicone (VMQ) →
Silicone Rubber
Best for: Food contact, extreme temps. FDA compliant.
NBR (Nitrile) →
Buna-N Rubber
Best for: Oils, fuels, hydraulics. Most common seal.

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ChemicalResistance.org helps engineers, safety professionals, and anyone handling chemicals find the right materials for safe storage and handling. Our database includes over 1,600 chemicals with resistance ratings for 24 materials at two temperatures (20°C and 50°C).

Chemical resistance data based on BĂĽrkle GmbH (buerkle.de)

⚠️ Disclaimer: This information is a general guide only. Always verify compatibility with equipment manufacturers and conduct testing for critical applications. Factors like concentration, temperature, and pressure can affect performance.