Ensuring Safety and Performance in Food and Beverage Rubber Components #
Rubber compounds used in the production of containers and components for food and beverage applications must meet strict safety standards. These materials are required to be non-toxic and non-carcinogenic, ensuring that they do not compromise the quality or safety of consumable products.
Material Selection for Food and Beverage Applications #
Selecting the right rubber material is critical for manufacturing parts that come into contact with food and beverages. The primary concern is to use only materials that are approved for such use, prioritizing both safety and performance.
Withstanding Temperature and Pressure #
During the packaging and processing of food, beverages, and dairy products, rubber seals and components are often subjected to extreme temperatures and pressures. It is essential that these rubber parts maintain their integrity under such conditions, preventing the release of contaminants and ensuring a secure seal to protect against external contamination.
Compliance with Food and Drug Administration Standards #
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) defines which rubber materials, parts, and components are suitable for use in the food and beverage industries. Approved materials must be highly hygienic and capable of withstanding rigorous processing and sanitization procedures. Common FDA-compliant materials include FDA Silicone, FDA Nitrile (Buna-N, NBR), FDA EPDM, and FDA Neoprene. These materials naturally resist bacterial growth, are odorless and tasteless, and offer excellent chemical resistance across a wide range of temperatures and conditions.
Experience in Food and Beverage Rubber Manufacturing #
Jhao Yang specializes in the development and manufacturing of hygienic rubber products certified by the Food & Drug Administration. Our team brings extensive experience in producing rubber parts for the food, beverage, and dairy sectors. In addition to industrial components, we also manufacture a variety of everyday items such as tableware, kitchenware, and bathroom products.
For more information about our capabilities and services in rubber product manufacturing, please contact us.