Selecting the right material for microfluidic applications requires careful consideration of chemical compatibility to ensure system reliability. SAN (Styrene-Acrylonitrile Resin) is used in certain microfluidic applications due to its versatility.
However, like all materials, SAN has limitations and is not compatible with some chemicals. This guide provides a chemical compatibility table for Styrene-Acrylonitrile, based on data (at 20°C) from DWK Life Sciences, to help users evaluate its suitability for specific needs.
Refer to this table to make informed choices and maintain the efficiency and safety of your system.
💡 The chemical compatibility rating key is as follows:
- A = Excellent chemical compatibility (no effect)
- B = Good chemical compatibility (minor effect: slight corrosion or discoloration)
- C = Fair (moderate effect: not recommended for continuous use; softening, loss of strength, swelling and/or shrinkage)
- D = Severe effect (not recommended for use; severe softening, swelling and/or shrinkage)
🚨 The compatibility ratings provided in these tables are for general guidance only and may not be complete or accurate. They do not address potential contamination or changes in fluid properties due to tubing interaction. We do not guarantee the suitability of any material for specific purposes or the impact of tubing on fluid quality. For critical applications, conduct specific tests or seek expert advice.
Styrene-Acrylonitrile: Chemical Compatibility Table
| Chemical Substance | Compatibility |
|---|---|
| A | |
| Acetaldehyde | D |
| Acetic Acid (Glacial) | D |
| Acetic Anhydride | D |
| Acetone | D |
| Ammonium Chloride (10%) | A |
| Ammonium Hydroxide (30%) | B |
| Amyl Acetate | D |
| Aniline (Phenylamine) | D |
| Aqua Regia | B |
| B | |
| Benzaldehyde | D |
| Benzene | D |
| Benzoic Acid | A |
| Boric Acid (10%) | A |
| Butyl Acetate | D |
| Butyric Acid (Butanoic acid) | D |
| C | |
| Calcium Hydroxide (Saturated) | A |
| Carbon Disulphide | D |
| Carbon Tetrachloride | B |
| Chloroform | D |
| Citric Acid (1M) | A |
| Cresol | D |
| Cyclohexane | B |
| D | |
| Dibutyl Phthalate | D |
| Dichlorobenzene | D |
| Diethyl Ether | D |
| Diethylene Glycol | A |
| Dimethyl Formamide (DMF) | D |
| Dimethyl Sulfoxide (DMSO) | D |
| Dioxane | D |
| E | |
| Ethyl Acetate (Ethyl Ester) | D |
| Ethyl Alcohol (Absolute Ethanol) | D |
| Ethyl Chloride (Chloroethane) | D |
| Ethylene Chloride | D |
| Ethylene Oxide (Gas) | B |
| Ethylene Oxide (Pure) | D |
| F | |
| Formaldehyde (Formalin) 40% | B |
| Formic Acid (100%) | D |
| Formic Acid (50%) | A |
| G | |
| Glycerine (Glycerol) | A |
| H | |
| Hexane | A |
| Hydrobromic Acid (69%) | B |
| Hydrochloric Acid (35%) | A |
| Hydrochloric Acid (5%) | A |
| Hydrofluoric Acid (48%) | A |
| Hydrogen Peroxide (30%) | A |
| L | |
| Lactic Acid (85%) | A |
| M | |
| Methyl Acetate | D |
| Methyl Alcohol (Methanol) | D |
| Methyl Ethyl Ketone (Butanone) | D |
| Methylene Chloride (Dichloro Methane) | D |
| Mineral Oil | A |
| N | |
| Nitric Acid (10%) | B |
| Nitric Acid (70%) | D |
| Nitrobenzene | D |
| O | |
| Oxalic Acid (10%) | A |
| P | |
| Perchloric Acid (70%) | B |
| Phenol (100%) | D |
| Phosphoric Acid (85%) | A |
| Picric Acid | A |
| Potassium Hydroxide (30%) | A |
| Potassium Permanganate | B |
| Propylene Glycol | A |
| Pyridine | D |
| S | |
| Salicylic Acid | A |
| Silver Nitrate | A |
| Sodium Hydroxide (50%) | A |
| Sodium Hypochlorite (15%) | A |
| Sulphuric Acid (20%) | A |
| Sulphuric Acid (60%) | D |
| Sulphuric Acid (98%) | D |
| T | |
| Tetrahydrofuran (THF) | D |
| Toluene | D |
| Trichloroacetic Acid | D |
| Trichloroethylene | D |
| Turpentine | B |
| X | |
| Xylene | D |
| Z | |
| Zinc Chloride (10%) | A |
| Zinc Sulphate (10%) | A |
