Acetone (Propanone) service
Material Compatibility
NBR for Acetone (Propanone)
Is NBR the right valve material for Acetone (Propanone)? The engineering rating, the conditions that limit it, and the better alternatives.
Poor
Is NBR compatible with Acetone (Propanone)?
For Acetone (Propanone) (C₃H₆O) valve service, NBR is poor — a poor choice. Acetone dissolves or swells NBR. Avoid.
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Reviewed by Materials Engineering, Vajra Industrial SolutionsDiscipline: Valve Metallurgy & Materials SelectionLast reviewed: 20 June 2026
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