FDA Compliant Brushes
Our unique bristle bonding technology creates a safer brush that sheds less, making us a trusted partner to many in the food and drug processing industry. A complete line of FDA-compliant brushes is available to be custom-tailored for a wide range of pharmaceutical and food processing applications. Our FDA filament brushes are used to clean, level, meter, package, and process products with FDA requirements including foods, pharmaceuticals, and tooling. These different customer requirements can be targeted by changing bristle length, diameter, density, and even the brush pattern. Customers choose The Industrial Brush Company because our unique brush constructions, customizability, and expertise allow for higher throughput with longer brush life and less downtime. We make our brushes to work harder and last longer for you.
Food Brushes
Food Safe Nylon Brushes
Fineset brushes with FDA nylon are food safe and will perform more reliably than other brush types. Our brushes are used for fruit and vegetable processing, industrial baking, food seasoning, and the cleaning of tooling. Our food-safe brushes are trusted because, unlike cheaper brushes, the epoxy bond in a Fineset brush is strong enough that the bristle will fail before the brush winding does. The FDA epoxy used also helps to prevent bacteria growth in the brush and creates a protective layer over the core. This means that our customers can trust our product to perform more consistently without the worry of a catastrophic failure or contamination of their operation. Since no brush can be totally free of shedding, we offer FDA-compliant filament in multiple bright colors for visual detection or with additives for use with detection systems.
Pharmaceutical Brushes
FDA Compliant Brushes
Our FDA Fineset brushes are used to move, level, meter, and package capsules and pills in tablet counting, tablet feeding, and tablet inspection equipment and are also used to clean equipment. These brushes utilize FDA-compliant adhesive to bond individual strands of 6:12 nylon to an FDA-safe core. The adhesive forms a solid, non-porous base that rejects foreign contaminants. The epoxy base encapsulates the core to further protect the brush from damage or oxidation. This also helps to prevent bacteria buildup at the base of the bristle. The epoxy bond is stronger than nylon, meaning the bristle won’t release prematurely. Nylon is resistant to fatigue, meaning that brush life will be predictable and repeatable; a top priority for FDA brushes. Fineset winding allows for custom patterns to optimize performance and extends brush life. It also eliminates the openings seen at the base of most coil wound and staple set brushes. FDA-compliant filaments are available in multiple colors to allow for product-specific traceability and the use of brushes on different processing lines.
Our FDA-complainant brushes work better and last longer
Brush Components
All the components used in our food and pharmaceutical brushes are FDA-compliant. They are designed for standard wash-down environments.
Filament Choices
FDA-compliant 6:12 nylon is available in a variety of bright colors or with additives for downstream detection. Available sizes range from .006″ to .060″ in diameter.
Core Designs
Our brushes can be made as disposable sleeves for quick and easy changes or as complete cores with stub shafts for a more robust and re-fillable brush.
Leveling Sorting Packaging
Pills, Capsules and Hard Candies
Form Cleaning
Tacos and Fortune Cookie Shells
Baking Pan Cleaning
Muffins, Cookies, Snack Cakes, Breads, Bagels
Performance Behavior in FDA‑Regulated Environments
FDA‑compliant brushes must perform consistently in environments where contamination control, repeatability, and predictable wear matter. These brushes maintain stable contact across surfaces, support uniform product movement, and help prevent bristle fatigue during continuous operation. Their controlled behavior is especially important in food and pharmaceutical lines where throughput depends on reliable brushing action.
Cleanability and Hygiene Support
FDA‑compliant brushes are engineered to withstand routine wash‑down procedures without degrading. The epoxy base creates a smooth, non‑porous surface that resists moisture absorption and helps reduce microbial growth. This cleanability supports daily sanitation cycles and helps maintain compliance with facility hygiene standards.
System Integration and Line Compatibility
These brushes integrate easily into existing processing lines, including leveling, metering, sorting, and packaging systems. Their predictable bristle response supports automated equipment where consistent contact pressure is required. Custom bristle patterns allow the brush to match the motion profile of different machines, improving line efficiency and reducing adjustment time.
Product Highlights
- Stable brushing performance for FDA‑regulated applications
- Cleanable epoxy base that resists moisture and contaminants
- Compatible with leveling, metering, sorting, and packaging systems
- Designed for wash‑down and temperature‑variable environments
Frequently Asked Questions
What Makes a Brush FDA Compliant?
FDA‑compliant brushes use approved filaments, adhesives, and core materials that meet hygiene and safety requirements for food and pharmaceutical processing.
How Do FDA Brushes Support Cleanability?
The epoxy base creates a smooth, non‑porous surface that resists moisture absorption and helps reduce microbial buildup during wash‑down cycles.
Can These Brushes Be Customized for Specific Equipment?
Yes. Bristle length, diameter, density, and winding patterns can be adjusted to match the motion profile and performance needs of different machines.
How Do FDA Brushes Improve Line Efficiency?
Predictable bristle response supports consistent product movement, reducing downtime and helping maintain throughput in automated systems.
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