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Food & Life Sciences

Technician operating stainless steel process equipment in a pharmaceutical or chemical plant, illustrating cleanroom-compatible sealing for FFKM o rings.

Food & Life Sciences

In the food and life sciences industries, hygiene, safety, and performance are paramount. Katon® provides high-purity seals that meet the stringent requirements of these sectors. Our seals ensure that food production systems and medical equipment maintain their integrity, operate smoothly, and meet regulatory standards.

Applications:

  • Food & Life Sciences: Offering reliable, hygienic sealing solutions for the food and life sciences industries, ensuring compliance and performance.
  • CIP/SIP Systems: High Chemical resistance sealing solutions for hygienic applications

Food & Life Sciences

The Food & Life Sciences application category provides high-quality O-rings and gaskets compounds designed to meet the stringent requirements of the food and beverage industries.  
These seals are engineered to handle challenges such as chemical compatibility, hygiene, and compliance with global food safety regulations, ensuring safety and reliability in critical applications.
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Features and Benefits

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Available Size list

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Applicable Environments

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Our Services

Features and Benefits

  • Certain compounds are designed for metal detection
  • Compatible with oils, acids, and cleaning agents

Available Size list

Katon Metric
Katon AS568
JIS B 2401

Katon® grades with Food & Life Sciences

Katon® Compound Base Polymer Color Shore A (±5) Operating Temperature Curing System
Katon® 1070B FKM-Type 1 BLACK 70 -5℃~200℃ / 23℉~392℉ Bisphenol
Katon® 1075B FKM-Type 1 BLACK 75 -5℃~200℃ / 23℉~392℉ Bisphenol
Katon® 1080B FKM-Type 1 BLACK 80 -5℃~200℃ / 23℉~392℉ Bisphenol
Katon® 1090B FKM-Type 1 BLACK 90 -5℃~200℃ / 23℉~392℉ Bisphenol
Katon® 7175B FFKM BLACK 75 -10℃~230℃ / 14℉~446℉ Peroxide
Katon® 7175W FFKM WHITE 75 -10℃~230℃ / 14℉~446℉ Peroxide
Katon® 8075B FFKM BLACK 75 -10℃~290℃ / 14℉~554℉ Peroxide
Katon® 8075W FFKM WHITE 75 -10℃~290℃ / 14℉~554℉ Peroxide
Chemical Resistance Data

Applicable Environments

Recommended

  • Sealing solutions for pumps, valves, mixers, and reactors in hygienic environments.
  • High-temperature and chemical-resistant applications in food production.
  • Applications requiring metal-detectable seals for contamination control. 

Not Recommended

  • Use with chlorinated hydrocarbons or ketones.
  • Applications involving organic refrigerants or aromatic fuels.
  • Exposure to carbon tetrachloride or extreme alkalis.
  • Situations requiring resistance to specific polar solvents. 

Our Services

At Katon®, we are committed to providing more than just high-quality O-Rings. We offer a complete customer experience from start to finish. Our services include:

  • Expert Consultation: Our team of engineers and product specialists work closely with you to understand your specific needs and provide tailored solutions.
  • Custom Solutions: We offer flexible options for custom sizes, materials, and configurations, ensuring a perfect fit for your unique applications.
  • Fast Turnaround: With our advanced manufacturing capabilities, we ensure quick production and delivery times to meet your project deadlines.
  • Technical Support: Our dedicated support team is always ready to assist with material selection, application advice, and troubleshooting.
  • Global Reach: Katon® serves industries worldwide, with a commitment to delivering reliable, cost-effective sealing solutions to customers across different sectors.

Whether you're looking for standard O-Rings or specialized custom seals, Katon® is here to help you find the right solution, every time.

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