Is the PVC food substance hose reinforced with hard PVC spiral HELIFLEX NON TOXIC AS suitable for transferring alcoholic beverages up to 20% concentration?

Yes. The PVC food substance hose reinforced with hard PVC spiral HELIFLEX NON TOXIC AS is described as suitable for the transfer of alcohols with a concentration of up to 20%, and it complies with European food-contact regulations (1935/2004/EC and 10/2011/EU for simulants A, B, C). Therefore it is appropriate for transferring alcoholic beverages up to 20% ABV, provided you operate within the stated temperature range (0Â°C to +60Â°C), working pressure limits (2.4â5.6 bar depending on diameter; note working pressure = 25% of burst pressure), and avoid incompatible fluids (milk and derivatives, oils, fatty foods). The hose also includes an external antistatic wire.

Can PVC food substance hose reinforced with hard PVC spiral HELIFLEX NON TOXIC AS be used for transferring beer and wine at room temperature?

Yes. PVC food substance hose reinforced with hard PVC spiral HELIFLEX NON TOXIC AS is suitable for transferring beer and wine at room temperature. The product description explicitly lists beer and wine among intended uses, permits alcohols up to 20% (covering most wines and many beers), complies with EU food-contact regulations (1935/2004 and 10/2011 for simulants A, B, C), and its operating temperature range (0Â°C to +60Â°C) includes normal room temperature. Note exclusions: it is not recommended for milk/derivatives, oils, or fatty foods.

Can PVC food substance hose reinforced with hard PVC spiral HELIFLEX NON TOXIC AS be used for transferring acidic beverages (pH under 4)?

Based on the provided description, PVC food substance hose reinforced with hard PVC spiral HELIFLEX NON TOXIC AS is intended for transfer of water, beer, wine, alcohols up to 20% and other food products, and is compliant with EU regulations 1935/2004/EC and 10/2011/EU (simulant fluids A, B, C). These simulants cover many acidic foodstuffs (simulant A is 10% ethanol/water for hydrophilic foods, B and C cover other types), which indicates suitability for many acidic beverages. However the description explicitly notes it is not recommended for milk, oils, and fatty foods, and gives no specific statement about pH limits. Conclusion: PVC food substance hose reinforced with hard PVC spiral HELIFLEX NON TOXIC AS can generally be used for acidic beverages with pH under 4 if those beverages fall within the tested/simulated categories covered by the cited EU approvals (typical beverages like many fruit juices, wine, beer). Still, because no explicit pH limit is given, and acid can affect PVC or any hose fittings/seals over time, you should confirm with the manufacturer or supplier that this specific hose and its fittings are approved for your exact beverage formulation (pH, acidity type, alcohol content, temperature, and contact time) before use.

PVC food substance hose reinforced with hard PVC spiral HELIFLEX NON TOXIC AS

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Additional information

Material	PVC – polyvinyl chloride
Maximum operating temperature [°C]	60
Vacuum resistance	no
Standard length [m]	50

Lightweight, flexible suction and discharge hose designed for the transfer of water, beer, wine, alcohols with a concentration of up to 20%, and other food products. Not recommended for milk and its derivatives, oils, and fatty food substances. Compliant with European regulations 1935/2004/EC and 10/2011/EU (simulant fluids A, B, and C). An antistatic wire is placed along the outer layer of the hose. The working pressure is 25% of the bursting pressure. Hose material: transparent PVC. Reinforcement: gray PVC spiral. Working pressure: from 2.4 bar to 5.6 bar, depending on the hose diameter. Operating temperature: from 0°C to +60°C.

List of product variants

Article number	Product variant name	DN	BAR	Availability	Actions
PR-HF12102-025	HELIFLEX NON TOXIC HOSE AS 12102 25x32.6 mm	25	5.6	In stock	Enquiry
PR-HF12102-032	HELIFLEX NON TOXIC HOSE AS 12102 32x39.8 mm	32	4.8	In stock	Enquiry
PR-HF12102-038	Hose S 102/AS GREY SP 38x46 mm	38	4.4	In stock	Enquiry
PR-HF12102-040	Hose S 102/AS GREY SP 40x48.2 mm	40	4.4	In stock	Enquiry
PR-HF12102-051	Hose S 102/AS GREY SP 51x59.8 mm	50	4	In stock	Enquiry
PR-HF12102-060	Hose S 102/AS GREY SP 60x69.4 mm	60	3.6	In stock	Enquiry
PR-HF12102-065	Hose S 102/AS GREY SP 65x74.8 mm	65	3.2	In stock	Enquiry
PR-HF12102-075	HELIFLEX NON TOXIC HOSE AS 12102 75x85.2 mm	75	2.8	In stock	Enquiry
PR-HF12102-102	HELIFLEX NON TOXIC HOSE AS 12102 102x113.8 mm	100	2.4	In stock	Enquiry

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Lightweight, flexible suction and discharge hose designed for the transfer of water, beer, wine, alcohols with a concentration of up to 20%, and other food products. Not recommended for milk and its derivatives, oils, and fatty food substances. Compliant with European regulations 1935/2004/EC and 10/2011/EU (simulant fluids A, B, and C). An antistatic wire is placed along the outer layer of the hose. The working pressure is 25% of the bursting pressure. Hose material: transparent PVC. Reinforcement: gray PVC spiral. Working pressure: from 2.4 bar to 5.6 bar, depending on the hose diameter. Operating temperature: from 0°C to +60°C.