Vertex Rubber manufactures FDA-approved food grade rubber gaskets for the food processing, dairy, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries. Our food-grade silicone and EPDM compounds meet FDA 21 CFR 177.2600 and BfR regulations, ensuring safe and hygienic sealing for all food contact applications.
Food grade rubber gaskets are manufactured from materials that comply with food safety regulations and do not impart any taste, odor, or toxic substances to food products. Our food-grade gaskets are made from FDA 21 CFR 177.2600 compliant silicone and EPDM compounds, with smooth surfaces that resist bacterial growth and are easy to clean.
Compliant with FDA 21 CFR 177.2600 for direct food contact
No harmful chemicals leach into food or beverage products
Does not impart any taste or odor to food products
Smooth, non-porous surface resists bacterial growth
Silicone food grade gaskets withstand up to +230°C
| Property | Silicone (Food Grade) | EPDM (Food Grade) |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature Range | -60°C to +230°C | -40°C to +120°C |
| Hardness | 30-70 Shore A | 40-80 Shore A |
| Thickness | 1.0mm - 5.0mm | 1.0mm - 5.0mm |
| Certifications | FDA, BfR, REACH | FDA, REACH |
| Color | Translucent, White | White, Black |
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