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Food Grade Hydrophobic Coating

Why HydraF Food Grade for FMCG production?

On many FMCG lines, liquids and semi solids cling to stainless steel 316 and other approved equipment surfaces. That buildup drives aggressive maintenance cleaning, and those cleaning cycles often stop the whole line. A thin, durable hydrophobic film makes the metal smoother and more repellent so residue releases with wipe down or light rinsing instead of heavy scrubbing or rubbing that costs time and risk on a running plant.

This positioning targets food movement and handling: filling, processing, conveying, and contact parts where product is moving, not passive bulk storage or long term hold in tanks or silos as the primary use case. Any coating that touches food must meet food safe rules in your region; we supply documentation for qualified applications.

The coating is film forming and abrasion resistant, cures at room temperature, and can be applied by wipe or spray where the technical sheet allows. For line specific approval and alloy coverage, contact ANTLAB with your equipment list.

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Regulatory clearance: HydraF food-grade coatings have been tested and cleared against US FDA 21 CFR 175.300 (resinous and polymeric coatings for food-contact surfaces) and LFGB Section 30 & 31 — German Food, Articles of Daily Use and Feed Code of September 1, 2005, with amendments — covering food-contact materials and articles. Independent verification by SGS. Certificate copies available to qualified buyers on request via the Contact page.

In practice: Specified by FMCG production facilities in western India for stainless steel equipment lines handling liquid food products; deployed in food-processing environments where residue buildup on conveyors and filling equipment increases maintenance stop frequency. For volume supply, SGS certificate copies, or line-specific consultation, contact the ANT LAB team.

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Further reading

Food contact surfaces in kitchens and factory hygiene rhythm
Stainless equipment and daily wipe routines
Coating work during kitchen shutdowns and food-safety constraints

Frequently asked questions

It is for FMCG plants where liquids or viscous product stick to stainless 316 and approved equipment, forcing maintenance cleans that stop production. The coating adds a smooth, repellent layer so soils release more easily and crews can use lighter wipe or rinse cycles instead of long scrub or rub down jobs. It is meant for food movement and handling surfaces (processing, filling, conveyors, contact parts), not as a primary solution for passive bulk storage. Food safety rules vary by region; you still need the right approvals for your line.

The main factory story here is food movement equipment in austenitic stainless 316 where product sticks and cleaning interrupts output. The published sheet may also reference other metals or materials for specific articles; confirm alloy, finish, and food contact route with ANTLAB before you specify, because not every listed material matches every FMCG line.

No. The positioning here is FMCG equipment used while food or liquid is moving: filling, processing, transfer, and contact parts where residue drives line stopping cleans. Bulk passive storage, long hold tanks, and warehouse cold storage are different design and sanitation problems. Bring ANTLAB your actual equipment list and duty so the right product and approval path are clear.

Published figures include salt spray (ASTM B117) with no rust or blisters after 500 hours, alkali and acid testing (JIS K5400) pass at 500 hours, static contact angle on metal about 108 to 112 degrees, abrasion resistance above 2000 wet scrub cycles, pencil hardness 8H (JIS 5400), cross-cut adhesion on steel 5B, impact test (ASTM D2794) 80/80, and dry film about 10 to 12 microns.

Wipe or HVLP spray both work when you want a clean finish. Visible dry time is about 10 to 35 seconds; wait about 1.5 to 2 hours before another coat if you need one, and confirm touch dry. Dust free hold is about 4 to 5 hours at about 27°C and 55% RH. Full hardness can take up to about five days in those conditions. Keep the surface dry for at least 24 hours after you finish the last pass.

Coverage is listed at about 3000 square feet per litre at about 13 microns DFT. Store between about 22°C and below 38°C. Shelf life is about 10 months sealed and about 5 days after opening. Discard if the liquid turns white or forms solids; it should stay colourless and liquid to be effective.

Plan for fresh air and exhaust in the work area, butyl rubber gloves and skin protection, and chemical splash goggles or shields. Always read the latest SDS and local rules for your facility.