UREA Chemical Compatibility

UREA INFO

At a glance

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

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

Fittings

How Urea works with the plastics used for tank fittings.

Material Rating
HDPE Excellent
PVC No Data SEVERE EFFECT
CPVC Excellent
Polypropylene Excellent
PVDF Excellent

Gaskets & O-Rings

How Urea works with gasket and O-ring materials.

Material Rating
Buna-N Good
EPDM Excellent
Viton® Excellent

Metals

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

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