PHTHALIC ACID Chemical Compatibility

At a glance

Polypropylene is the most economical tank material for Phthalic Acid, rated Excellent. PVDF (Kynar®), HDPE and nylon are 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 Phthalic Acid works with the plastics used to make our storage tanks.

Material Rating
HDPE Good
Polypropylene Excellent
Nylon Good
PVDF (Kynar®) Excellent

Fittings

How Phthalic Acid works with the plastics used for tank fittings.

Material Rating
HDPE Good
PVC No Data
CPVC Good
Polypropylene Excellent
PVDF Excellent

Gaskets & O-Rings

How Phthalic Acid works with gasket and O-ring materials.

Material Rating
Buna-N No Data SEVERE EFFECT
EPDM Excellent
Viton® Excellent

Metals

How Phthalic Acid works with the metals used for fittings and bolts.

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