CARBOLIC ACID (PHENOL) Chemical Compatibility
At a glance
PVDF (Kynar®) is the most economical tank material for Carbolic Acid (Phenol), rated Excellent. Polypropylene is also rated Good or better.
- Excellent No or minor effect. Recommended.
- Good Slight effect. Generally suitable.
- Fair Moderate effect. Limited or conditional use — contact us.
- Not Recommended Severe effect. Do not use.
- No Data Not tested. Contact us before use.
Tank Resins
How Carbolic Acid (Phenol) works with the plastics used to make our storage tanks.
| Material | Rating |
|---|---|
| HDPE | SEVERE EFFECT |
| Polypropylene | |
| Nylon | SEVERE EFFECT |
| PVDF (Kynar®) |
Fittings
How Carbolic Acid (Phenol) works with the plastics used for tank fittings.
| Material | Rating |
|---|---|
| HDPE | SEVERE EFFECT |
| PVC | SEVERE EFFECT |
| CPVC | |
| Polypropylene | |
| PVDF |
Gaskets & O-Rings
How Carbolic Acid (Phenol) works with gasket and O-ring materials.
| Material | Rating |
|---|---|
| Buna-N | SEVERE EFFECT |
| EPDM | |
| Viton® |