Why Engineering Plastics in Food Processing?

Modern food and beverage production demands materials that combine hygiene with mechanical performance.

Engineering plastics have become essential in food processing equipment, replacing metals in many applications due to their superior corrosion resistance, lighter weight and inherent non-contaminating properties. From conveyor systems and sealing components to cutting surfaces and packaging machinery, the right polymer selection ensures food safety compliance while reducing maintenance costs and downtime. Our food-grade materials withstand aggressive cleaning agents, steam sterilization and continuous operation without degradation.

FDA 21 CFR Compliance

Materials tested and certified for direct food contact under FDA 21 CFR 177 regulations, ensuring safe use throughout the food processing chain.

EU Regulation 10/2011

Full compliance with European food contact material regulations, including migration testing and specific migration limits for all components.

Chemical & CIP Resistance

Resistant to acids, alkalis, hot water, steam and common CIP (Clean-in-Place) cleaning agents used in food and beverage production facilities.

Low Friction & Non-stick

Fluoropolymers like PTFE offer the lowest coefficient of friction of any solid material, preventing product adhesion and ensuring smooth material flow.

Detectable Grades Available

Metal-detectable and X-ray visible polymer grades available for HACCP-compliant processing lines, reducing contamination risk.

Taste & Odour Neutral

Inert materials that do not impart taste, odour or colour to food products, maintaining product quality and consumer safety.

Recommended Materials for Food & Beverage

We supply a comprehensive range of food-grade engineering plastics, each offering unique properties suited to specific food processing applications.

Regulatory Compliance & Certifications

Food safety is non-negotiable. All our food-grade materials are supplied with full traceability and the documentation required to meet international food contact regulations.

FDA 21 CFR 177

United States Food and Drug Administration regulations covering polymers intended for food contact. Our materials comply with the relevant subsections including 177.1520 (PE), 177.1550 (PTFE), 177.2415 (PEEK) and others.

EU Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004 & (EU) No 10/2011

European framework regulation on food contact materials and the specific regulation on plastic materials, including overall and specific migration limits. Full declarations of compliance available.

HACCP & GMP Compatibility

Materials selected and processed to support HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points) and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) protocols in food production environments.

Material Traceability

Full batch traceability from raw material to finished part. Certificates of conformity, material data sheets and test reports supplied with every order.

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