Food Grade Zip Ties​: Ensuring safety

Maintaining product purity is paramount in industries such as food processing, beverage production, and pharmaceuticals. A critical component in upholding this standard is metal-detectable zip ties. These specialized zip ties secure equipment and packaging, prevent contamination, and ensure consumer safety.

What are metal-detectable zip ties?

Metal detectable zip ties are crafted from nylon 6/6 infused with metal particles, typically magnetite. This composition imparts magnetic properties, allowing them to be identified by standard metal detection equipment. The distinct blue color of these ties enhances visual detection, further reducing the risk of contamination.

What are blue cable ties used for?

They are also known as metal content cable ties. Iron-infused nylon 6/6 zip ties with magnetic properties are used in the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries. Furthermore, it has a wide range of indoor and outdoor applications. 

Zip ties that comply with Regulatory Standards

Adherence to government regulations is essential for manufacturers. Our metal-detectable zip ties are designed to comply with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) standards, specifically FDA 21 CFR 177.1500(b), which pertains to nylon resins intended for food contact applications. Additionally, these ties meet REACH, RoHS, and PAHS compliance requirements, ensuring they are free from hazardous substances.

Blue Zip Ties Key Features 

• Enhanced Detectability: The metal-infused composition allows metal detectors to detect even small fragments, reducing the risk of contamination.

• Durability: These zip ties offer reliable performance in various environments.

• Temperature Resilience: They operate effectively within a temperature range of -40°F to 185°F (-40°C to 85°C), making them suitable for diverse processing conditions.

• Chemical Resistance: These ties exhibit good resistance to bases, oils, greases, and oil derivatives, ensuring longevity in challenging environments.

Applications in Industry

Metal detectable zip ties are indispensable in settings where contamination control is critical. 

Their primary applications include:

• Food Processing: The magnetic properties of zip ties secure equipment and packaging to prevent foreign object contamination.

• Beverage Production: Organizing cables and components in bottling and canning lines.

• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing: Bundling and securing cables and materials in hospital and medical environments.

Incorporating metal detectable zip ties into operational protocols is a proactive measure to ensure product integrity and consumer safety. By complying with FDA standards and offering robust features, these ties are an essential component in contamination prevention strategies across various industries.

We at Cable Ties and More offer metal detectable zip ties designed with iron infused nylon 6-6 that allows them to detect any kind of metal or magnet from a variety of containers. Perfect for securing and gathering items in your processing facility.