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PA12
(food grade)
Food-grade PA12 is a polyamide used in SLS 3D printing, formulated for contact with food under specific conditions. It retains the excellent mechanical properties of PA12 while meeting safety and compliance requirements for food applications. It is suitable for functional parts requiring hygiene and durability.
USE CASE — WHAT FOR?
Food items
Food contact
Food processing equipment
Food machine housings
Conduits / hygienic rooms
PA12 is a food-grade, durable, and technically compliant polyamide.
Food-grade PA12 is a specific version of polyamide 12 used in additive manufacturing, particularly SLS, designed for applications where the material may come into contact with food. It is formulated or certified according to strict regulatory requirements (depending on the manufacturer and post-printing processing) to ensure safe use in food environments.
This material retains the characteristic properties of PA12, namely good mechanical strength, excellent durability, low moisture absorption, and good chemical resistance. It is particularly well-suited for manufacturing technical parts used in the food industry, such as guides, housings, machine components, and product handling elements. Food-grade PA12 thus enables the production of robust, functional parts while meeting the hygiene and safety requirements specific to this sector.