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Bridge Rubber & Plastics Ltd is shedding light on the importance of “FDA Approved Rubber” — and why the term goes far beyond simple marketing.
For those in the food, beverage, pharmaceutical, or medical device industries, FDA-approved rubber refers to elastomer materials that comply with FDA 21 CFR 177.2600, the regulation governing rubber compounds intended for repeated contact with food. These materials are non-toxic, odorless, tasteless, and resistant to bacterial contamination, making them ideal for high-hygiene environments.
Common FDA-compliant elastomers include Silicone, Nitrile, EPDM, Neoprene, and Viton, each offering distinct advantages depending on the application. Their use provides several key benefits:
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Enhanced safety and consumer protection by preventing chemical leaching.
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Regulatory assurance during audits with documented FDA compliance.
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Exceptional durability, especially silicone variants that perform reliably between −60 °C and +230 °C.
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Wide-ranging versatility for gaskets, seals, tubing, and membranes across food, pharmaceutical, and biotech sectors.
In real-world applications, FDA-approved rubber is now a standard for food processing gaskets, biopharma tubing, and high-heat operations, where maintaining purity and stability is essential.
Bridge Rubber & Plastics Ltd continues to support engineers, procurement teams, and QA professionals in selecting and comparing FDA-compliant rubber sheeting, ensuring every product meets the highest standards of safety, compliance, and performance.
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