In the food and beverage industry, food-grade sealing hardware is crucial for safe, efficient operations that meet the stringent standards of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).  Arizona Sealing Devices is a leading distributor of superior-quality sealing solutions for customers worldwide. With more than 30 years in the sealing industry, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional-quality products that meet and exceed ISO 9001:2015, AS9120B, and FDA requirements.

The value of food-grade gaskets and seals is their ability to withstand processing conditions for products made for direct human consumption. The FDA has established that food-grade gaskets must be used for food products such as dairy products, meat, beverages, and foodstuffs, as well as chemicals used in food processing.

• Durability: Gaskets, seals, and O-rings used in these applications must be able to operate reliably in a wide range of operating temperatures and pressures.
• Resistance: Food-grade gaskets and O-rings must also be resistant to food-compliant chemicals, oils, and lipids, and must be able to withstand impact, vibration, abrasion, and wear as needed. 
• Odorless: Per the FDA, gaskets used in the food and beverage industry must be odorless and tasteless. 
• Antimicrobial: Gaskets and O-rings used in food-grade applications must be resistant to microbial growth, including mold, mildew, and bacteria.
• Non-Toxic and Hypoallergenic: Food grade gaskets must be made from non-toxic, hypoallergenic, and non-marking materials. 

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