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Description
Food Grade Rubber Sheet – FDA Approved Food Safe Industrial
Certified food grade rubber sheet suitable for direct and indirect food contact applications. This FDA-compliant material meets stringent hygiene standards for food processing, commercial kitchens, and beverage production environments.
Food Safety Certification
Our food grade rubber complies with:
- FDA 21 CFR 177.2600: US Food and Drug Administration approval for repeated food contact
- EU Regulation 1935/2004: European food contact materials framework
- EU Regulation 2023/2006: Good Manufacturing Practice for food contact materials
Certificates of Conformity available on request for food industry audits.
Technical Specifications
| Property | Value | Test Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Food Grade Silicone / Food Grade EPDM / White Nitrile | - |
| Food Contact Approval | FDA 21 CFR 177.2600 | - |
| EU Compliance | EC 1935/2004, EC 2023/2006 | - |
| Hardness | 60±5 Shore A | ASTM D2240 |
| Tensile Strength | ≥7 MPa | ISO 37 |
| Elongation at Break | ≥350% | ISO 37 |
| Temperature Range | -40°C to +120°C (EPDM) | - |
| Odour & Taste | Non-tainting, odourless | - |
| Colour | White (standard), colours available | - |
| Thickness Options | 3mm, 5mm, 6mm, 10mm, 15mm, 20mm | - |
| Width | 1200mm | - |
Key Benefits
- Food Contact Certified: FDA and EU approved for repeated food contact
- Non-Tainting: Will not impart taste or odour to food products
- Easy to Clean: Smooth surface resists bacterial adhesion, compatible with food industry sanitisers
- Temperature Resistant: Withstands hot washing, steam cleaning, and cold storage environments
- HACCP Compatible: Supports food safety management system requirements
- Audit-Ready: Certificates of Conformity available for food safety audits
Food Industry Applications
Food Processing
Conveyor belt guides, hopper linings, and equipment gaskets in meat, dairy, bakery, and produce processing. White colour enables visual hygiene inspection.
Commercial Kitchens
Preparation surface underlays, anti-fatigue mats, and equipment mounts. Resists regular cleaning with commercial detergents and sanitisers.
Beverage Production
Seal and gasket material for tanks, pumps, and filling equipment. EPDM compound resists brewery cleaning chemicals (CIP).
Cold Storage
Floor protection and equipment isolation in freezers and chillers. Maintains flexibility at temperatures down to -40°C.
Packaging Lines
Guide rails, chute linings, and accumulation table surfaces where packaged food contacts the material.
Material Selection Guide
| Material | Best For | Avoid |
|---|---|---|
| Food Grade Silicone | High temps, bakery, ovens | Cutting, heavy abrasion |
| Food Grade EPDM | Dairy, brewing, CIP cleaning | Oils and fats (long-term) |
| White Nitrile | Fatty foods, oils | Ozone, outdoor exposure |
Cleaning & Hygiene
Food grade rubber can be cleaned with:
- Quaternary ammonium sanitisers
- Chlorine-based sanitisers (rinse thoroughly)
- Hot water and food-safe detergent
- Steam cleaning (check temperature limits)
Avoid strong solvents and oxidising agents that may damage the rubber surface.
Ordering Information
Sold by the linear metre. White food grade EPDM is our standard stock item. For silicone or white nitrile, contact us for availability and pricing.
✓ FDA Approved | ✓ EU 1935/2004 Compliant | ✓ Free UK Delivery | ✓ Certificates Available
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