Chemical Compatibility
Monovinyl Acetate vs 13 elastomers
Best choices for Monovinyl Acetate: FVMQ, IIR. Full ratings below, A is continuous-service suitable, D is not recommended.
Monovinyl Acetate
FVMQ, IIRBest choices
NBR, VMQ, CRAvoid
| Elastomer | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| NBR Nitrile (Buna-N) | D | Not recommended |
| HNBR Hydrogenated Nitrile | X | |
| FKM Fluorocarbon (Viton) | X | |
| FFKM Perfluoroelastomer | X | |
| EPDM Ethylene Propylene | B | Good, minor effect |
| VMQ Silicone | D | Not recommended |
| FVMQ Fluorosilicone | A | Excellent, continuous service |
| CR Neoprene (Chloroprene) | D | Not recommended |
| NR Natural Rubber | D | Not recommended |
| SBR Styrene Butadiene | D | Not recommended |
| IIR Butyl | A | Excellent, continuous service |
| AU Polyurethane | D | Not recommended |
| FEPM Aflas (TFE/P) | X |
Room-temperature, neat chemical unless stated. Concentration and temperature shift ratings, validate with our lab.
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