1. Product Overview
Product Name: Extruded Food-Grade Silicone Tubing
Product Code: EGS-XX (XX denotes inner diameter, e.g., EGS-06 for 6mm ID)
Manufacturing Process: High-temperature extrusion molding, platinum-catalyzed cure
Key Features: Non-toxic, odorless, high & low temperature resistance, flexible and pressure-resistant, complies with food contact safety standards
2. Compliance & Safety Standards
FDA 21 CFR 177.2600: U.S. Food and Drug Administration compliance for food contact materials
EU 10/2011: European Union regulation for food contact materials
LFGB: German Food and Commodities Act
RoHS/REACH: Compliant with restrictions on heavy metals and hazardous substances
3. Typical Technical Parameters
| Item | Test Standard | Unit | Typical Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Material | — | — | High-purity platinum-cured silicone |
| Color | — | — | Translucent / White (Customizable) |
| Operating Temperature | ASTM D3320 | °C | -60 to +200 |
| Hardness | ASTM D2240 | Shore A | 40 ±5 |
| Tensile Strength | ASTM D412 | MPa | ≥ 8.0 |
| Elongation at Break | ASTM D412 | % | ≥ 400 |
| Tear Strength | ASTM D624 | kN/m | ≥ 25 |
| Burst Pressure | ASTM D1599 | MPa | ≥ 0.8 (Size-dependent) |
| Volume Resistivity | ASTM D257 | Ω·cm | ≥ 1×10¹⁵ |
4. Dimensional Specifications
5. Chemical & Hygiene Properties
Biocompatibility: Passes ISO 10993 cytotoxicity testing
Odor/Taste: Non-migratory, does not affect fluid flavor
Chemical Resistance: Resists weak acids, weak alkalis, alcohols, and oils. Not recommended for strong oxidizers and concentrated solvents.
Cleanability: Can withstand repeated steam sterilization (≤135°C) or UV disinfection
6. Typical Applications
Food & Beverage Transfer: Dairy, juice, brewing equipment pipelines
Medical & Laboratory: Peristaltic pump tubing, bio-fluid transfer
Mother & Baby Products: Bottle straws, drinking water device tubing
Internal tubing for coffee machines and water dispensers
7. Handling & Storage Guidelines
Rinse with pure water before initial use
Avoid contact with sharp edges or excessive bending (minimum bend radius ≥ 2 x tube diameter)
Store in a cool, dry environment (Recommended: 10-30°C, humidity <70%)
Avoid prolonged exposure to UV light or ozone
8. Important Notes
Data in this specification is based on laboratory testing under standard conditions. Actual performance may vary depending on media, pressure, temperature, and other factors.
Additional validation for biocompatibility and sterilization suitability is required for medical or pharmaceutical applications.
Custom printing, colors, packaging, and length cutting are available.