Is Silicone Rubber  Safe for the  Food Industry?

What is Silicone Rubber  & Its Uses?

A synthetic elastomer made of silicon, oxygen, carbon, and hydrogen. Common Uses: Medical (catheters, implants), Food industry, Industrial (gaskets, hoses).

Silicone Rubber Properties

1. Heat Resistant Withstands up to 250°C (482°F) 2. UV & Weatherproof 3. Flexible & Strong

1. Low-quality silicone (with plastic fillers)  may release chemicals when heated. 2. Overheating(>250°C/482°F) can  degrade silicone  3. Non-certified products may not meet  FDA, LFGB, or food-grade safety regulations.

Potential Risks

How to Identify Safe Silicone

Look for platinum-cured silicone over peroxide-cured. Avoid cheap, untested silicone products.

How to Use Silicone Safely

1. Choose  FDA, LFGB, or UL94V0 Certified Products. 2. Check if suppliers follow ISO 9001 &  ISO 13485 Standards. 3. Do not expose to direct flames. 4. Use silicone within recommended pH.

Why Choose Elastostar?

1. Our Seals are 100% FDA, LFGB &  UL94V0 compliant. 2. Manufactured under ISO 9001 &  ISO 13485 standards. 3. Designed for long-lasting, safe  food contact applications.

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