Compliance Frequently Asked Questions
Is your tubing compatible with a variety of standards?
There are applications that require that tubing comply with various agency regulations. Some more common compliance requests include: FDA Food & Drug Administration, NSF (National Sanitation Foundation), ROHS etc. Many of our tubing products meet these compliances and specific information can be found in our catalog. Some regulations are very general, while others are very specific. We do not test for every standard but are happy to provide a sample so the end user can have the product evaluated at their own expense.
What is RoHS?
Please click here for our RoHS statement.
Which of your tubing complies with NSF 61?
Our polyurethane tubing is produced with NSF 61 compliant materials.
Does your Nylon 11 tubing meet the UL requirement UL94HB flammability rating?
Yes, our Nylon 11 resin meets UL94HB testing requirements.
Are Freelin-Wade hoses UL, CSA, and CE approved?
We do not have UL, CSA or CE listings on our products. However, many of our resins are compliant to certain UL requirements.
Which of your tubing products are FDA compliant or food-grade?
Freelin-Wade manufactures food-grade hosing that accommodates application-specific pressure and temperature requirements using materials including:
- Polyethylene LLDPE: An economical tube that offers flexibility and stress-crack resistance when compared to standard LDPE.
- Polyurethane: Highly versatile, polyurethane offers kink and abrasion and chemical resistance as well as resistance to mold and bacteria growth, while providing low gas permeability.
- Nylon: Tubing material that can withstand high temperatures and pressures when compared to other materials.
- Poly-vinyl Chloride (PVC): As an efficient tubing material, PVC is environmentally conscious as well as contamination and oxidation-resistant.
- Kynar®: An alternative to Teflon® and high purity material ideal for applications requiring an odorless, tasteless tube.
- Liquiflex®: Ideal for transferring liquids in low-pressure applications. Highly-durable and flexible with low outgassing.