HYDRAZINE Chemical Compatibility

HYDRAZINE, ANHYDROUS is a colorless, fuming oily liquid with an ammonia-like odor. Flash point 99°F. Explodes during distillation if traces of air are present. Toxic by inhalation and by skin absorption. Corrosive to tissue. Produces toxic oxides of nitrogen during combustion. Used as a rocket propellant and in fuel cells.

At a glance

HDPE is the most economical tank material for Hydrazine, rated Excellent. PVDF (Kynar®) is also rated Good or better. Avoid CPVC fittings. Rated Fair (contact us before use): polypropylene tanks and polypropylene fittings.

  • 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 Hydrazine works with the plastics used to make our storage tanks.

Material Rating
HDPE Excellent
Polypropylene Fair
Nylon No Data
PVDF (Kynar®) Excellent

Fittings

How Hydrazine works with the plastics used for tank fittings.

Material Rating
HDPE Excellent
PVC No Data
CPVC Not Recommended
Polypropylene Fair
PVDF Excellent

Gaskets & O-Rings

How Hydrazine works with gasket and O-ring materials.

Material Rating
Buna-N Good
EPDM Excellent
Viton® Excellent

Metals

How Hydrazine works with the metals used for fittings and bolts.

Material Rating
316 Stainless Steel Excellent
Hastelloy No Data
Titanium No Data
Aluminum No Data