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Acetic Acid
Data is at 70°F (21°C) unless otherwise noted in the chemical name.
Metal
13 materials| Material | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Aluminum | B | Good — minor effect, generally suitable |
| Carbon Steel | D | Not recommended — unsatisfactory / do not use |
| Cast/Ductile Iron | D | Not recommended — unsatisfactory / do not use |
| 304 Stainless Steel | D | Not recommended — unsatisfactory / do not use |
| 316 Stainless Steel | B | Good — minor effect, generally suitable |
| Hastelloy C | A | Excellent — fully compatible |
| Brass | D | Not recommended — unsatisfactory / do not use |
| Alloy 20 | C | Fair to Poor — moderate/severe effect, evaluate carefully |
| Alloy 40 (Monel) | C | Fair to Poor — moderate/severe effect, evaluate carefully |
| Titanium | A | Excellent — fully compatible |
| Duplex 2205, Cd4MCu | — | No data — the source publishes no rating for this pair. Not a compatibility claim; verify independently. |
| XM-19 Spring Steel | — | No data — the source publishes no rating for this pair. Not a compatibility claim; verify independently. |
| 410 Stainless Steel | — | No data — the source publishes no rating for this pair. Not a compatibility claim; verify independently. |
Legend:AExcellentBGoodCFair to PoorDNot recommended—No data
Important Engineering Disclaimer:
Compatibility data is a preliminary screening guide only. Verify against actual concentration, operating temperature and pressure, fluid impurities, velocity/erosion, corrosion allowance, gasket seating stress, mechanical seal arrangement, vendor recommendations, applicable code, project specification, and the current Safety Data Sheet before engineering use. Ratings reflect Graco Chemical Compatibility Guide (Updated 10/29/2024) and are not a current SDS/GHS classification.