Hydrogen (H₂) service
Material Compatibility
Nitrile NBR for Hydrogen (H₂)
Is Nitrile NBR the right valve material for Hydrogen (H₂)? The engineering rating, the conditions that limit it, and the better alternatives.
Poor
Is Nitrile NBR compatible with Hydrogen (H₂)?
For Hydrogen (H₂) (H₂) valve service, Nitrile NBR is poor — a poor choice. High permeation rate - not acceptable for high-pressure H₂.
Better materials for Hydrogen (H₂)
Higher-rated options for this service, from the compatibility data.
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Reviewed by Materials Engineering, Vajra Industrial SolutionsDiscipline: Valve Metallurgy & Materials SelectionLast reviewed: 20 June 2026
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