Sanitary Brushes | McMaster-Carr

	Brush Diameter Brush Diameter

	Overall Length Overall Length

	Bristle Material Bristle Material

Polyester Plastic

Nylon Plastic

Polypropylene Plastic

	For Use On For Use On

	Bristle Flexibility Bristle Flexibility


Flexible	Rigid

	Shank Style Shank Style

	Handle
	Threaded

	Color Color

	White		Blue
	Green		Red
	Yellow

	Handle Material Handle Material

Plastic

Aluminum

	Brush Length Brush Length

	Handle Style Handle Style

Straight

Curved

	Brush Operation Brush Operation

Manual

Powered

	Bristle Diameter Bristle Diameter

	Bristle Color Bristle Color

	White		Blue
	Black		Red

	Specifications Met Specifications Met

FDA Compliant 21 CFR
177.1520

FDA Compliant 21 CFR
178.3297

FDA Compliant 21 CFR
175.300

FDA Compliant 21 CFR
177.1660

	REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals) REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals)

REACH Compliant

	RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances)

RoHS Compliant

	DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement) DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement)

DFARS Specialty Metals
COTS-Exempt

	For Use With For Use With

Drills

Water-Based Paint and
Coatings

Beverage

Food

	Maximum Temperature Maximum Temperature

175° F

245° F

	Number of Stem Wires Number of Stem Wires

	Brush Shape Brush Shape


Flat	Round

	Bristle Width Bristle Width

1 1/2"

	Handle Color Handle Color

	Blue
	Red
	White

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About Brushes

The handle makes it easy to clean delicate surfaces inside tubes, pipes, and holes by hand. Made from FDA-listed materials, these brushes are suitable for food and beverage applications and autoclavable to 250° F.

Brush		Bristle			Stem
Dia.	Lg.	Dia.	Flexibility	No. of Spirals	No. of Wires	Wire Material	O'all Lg.	Handle Material	Max. Temp., °F	Specifications Met	Choose a Color		Each
Straight Handle
Polyester Plastic Bristles—For Use On Steel, Stainless Steel, Titanium, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic
3/8"	5 5/8"	0.007"	Rigid	1	2	Stainless Steel	19 5/8"	Plastic	175°	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1520, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3297	Blue, Green, Red, White, Yellow	00000000	00000
3/4"	5 7/8"	0.007"	Rigid	1	2	Stainless Steel	19 5/8"	Plastic	175°	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1520, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3297	Blue, Green, Red, White, Yellow	00000000	0000
1"	6"	0.013"	Rigid	1	2	Stainless Steel	36"	Plastic	175°	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1520, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3297	White	00000000	00000
1"	6 1/4"	0.013"	Rigid	1	2	Stainless Steel	60"	Plastic	175°	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1520, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3297	White	00000000	00000
1 5/8"	5 7/8"	0.007"	Rigid	1	2	Stainless Steel	19 5/8"	Plastic	175°	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1520, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3297	Blue, Green, Red, White, Yellow	00000000	0000
2"	5 7/8"	0.007"	Flexible	1	2	Stainless Steel	19 5/8"	Plastic	175°	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1520, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3297	Blue, Green, Red, White, Yellow	00000000	0000
2"	6"	0.013"	Flexible	1	2	Stainless Steel	36"	Plastic	175°	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1520, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3297	White	00000000	00000
2"	6 1/4"	0.013"	Flexible	1	2	Stainless Steel	60"	Plastic	175°	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1520, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3297	White	00000000	00000
2 3/8"	6"	0.007"	Flexible	1	2	Stainless Steel	19 5/8"	Plastic	175°	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1520, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3297	Blue, Green, Red, White, Yellow	00000000	00000
3"	6"	0.013"	Flexible	1	2	Stainless Steel	36"	Plastic	175°	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1520, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3297	White	00000000	00000
3"	6 1/4"	0.013"	Flexible	1	2	Stainless Steel	60"	Plastic	175°	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1520, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3297	White	00000000	00000

Threaded-Shank Food Industry Low-Scratch Tube Brushes

Attach the shank to a handle or power tool. Made from FDA-listed materials, these brushes can be sterilized and are suitable for food and beverage applications. Use them to clean delicate surfaces inside tubes, pipes, and holes.

Brush		Bristle			Stem
Dia.	Lg.	Dia.	Flexibility	No. of Spirals	No. of Wires	Wire Material	O'all Lg.	Max. Speed, rpm	Max. Temp., °F	For Use With	Specifications Met	Features		Each
Nylon Plastic Bristles—For Use On Steel, Stainless Steel, Titanium, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic
1/4 NPT Male Threaded Shank
1"	4 1/2"	0.018"	Flexible	1	4	Stainless Steel	6 3/4"	1,750	245°	Drills	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.300	Loop Tip	0000000	000000
1 1/2"	4 1/2"	0.020"	Flexible	1	4	Stainless Steel	6 3/4"	1,750	245°	Drills	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.300	Loop Tip	0000000	00000
2"	4 1/2"	0.022"	Flexible	1	4	Stainless Steel	6 3/4"	1,750	245°	Drills	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.300	Loop Tip	0000000	00000
2 1/2"	4 1/2"	0.025"	Flexible	1	4	Stainless Steel	6 3/4"	1,750	245°	Drills	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.300	Loop Tip	0000000	00000
3"	4 1/2"	0.028"	Flexible	1	4	Stainless Steel	6 3/4"	1,750	245°	Drills	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.300	Loop Tip	0000000	00000
4"	4 1/2"	0.036"	Flexible	1	4	Stainless Steel	6 3/4"	1,750	245°	Drills	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.300	Loop Tip	0000000	00000
5"	4 1/2"	0.036"	Flexible	1	4	Stainless Steel	6 3/4"	1,750	245°	Drills	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.300	Loop Tip	0000000	00000
6"	4 1/2"	0.045"	Flexible	1	4	Stainless Steel	6 3/4"	1,750	245°	Drills	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.300	Loop Tip	0000000	00000
8"	4 1/2"	0.060"	Flexible	1	4	Stainless Steel	6 3/4"	1,750	245°	Drills	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.300	Loop Tip	0000000	00000

3/8" Dia × 48" Lg. Nylon Plastic Extension Rod

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Each

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Extension Rods for Food Industry Threaded-Shank Tube Brushes

Made from FDA-listed materials, these rods can be sterilized and are suitable for food and beverage applications. They give you a longer reach and let you add a handle or another extension.

Flexible
Size	Dia.	O'all Lg.	Material	Specifications Met		Each
1/4 NPT Male × 1/4 NPT Female	3/8"	48"	Nylon Plastic	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 175.300	0000000	000000

Choose-a-Color Dust Brushes

Reduce the possibility of cross contamination by designating colors to certain areas of your facility. Bristles are chemical-resistant plastic. They are fused to the handle to seal out dirt and bacteria.

Bristle		Brush					Handle
Color	Material	Wd.	Lg.	Bristle Lg.	Bristle Firmness	Overall Lg.	Style	Material	Color		Each
Blue	Polypropylene Plastic	1 5/8"	7 3/4"	2 1/4"	Stiff	14"	Curved	Plastic	Blue	0000000	000000
Red	Polypropylene Plastic	1 5/8"	7 3/4"	2 1/4"	Stiff	14"	Curved	Plastic	Red	0000000	00000
White	Polypropylene Plastic	1 5/8"	7 3/4"	2 1/4"	Stiff	14"	Curved	Plastic	White	0000000	00000

Metal- and X-Ray-Detectable Scrub Brushes with Extended-Reach Handle

Clean hard-to-reach areas in pharmaceutical and food-processing plants—these scrub brushes have metal and chemical additives that set off metal detectors and show up on an X-ray if they fall into your line. Their brush block and handle grip are bright blue, so they’re easy to find and retrieve. They help you comply with Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) programs to make sure contaminated food doesn’t leave your plant. These scrub brushes are also FDA-compliant for direct contact with food.

The bristles are secured to these brushes with stainless steel staples to keep them from falling into the food. To prevent bacteria growth, the crevices around the staples are covered with epoxy resin, and the bristles themselves don’t retain moisture. Chemical and temperature resistant, the bristles, as well as the plastic handle grip, stand up to harsh sanitizers and cleaners.

Brushes
Brush		Bristle				Handle		Grip		Block					Replacement Handles
Length	Width	Length	Material	Firmness	Color	Length	Material	Material	Color	Material	Color	Specifications Met		Each		Each
12"	3"	2 1/4"	Polyester Plastic	Stiff	Black	53"	Aluminum	Polypropylene Plastic	Blue	Plastic	Blue	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1520, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1660	000000	000000	0000000	000000

Food Industry Brushes

Also known as pastry brushes, these have synthetic bristles and a one-piece plastic handle to minimize buildup.

Flat Brushes

Flat

Bristle
Wd.	Lg.	Thick.	Overall Lg.	Environment	Choose a Bristle Color		Each
Plastic Handle
1 1/2"	2"	1/4"	7"	Food Industry	White	00000000	000000
2"	2"	1/4"	7 1/2"	Food Industry	White	00000000	00000
3"	2"	1/4"	8 1/4"	Food Industry	Blue, White	0000000	00000
4"	2 1/4"	1/4"	8 1/2"	Food Industry	White	00000000	00000

Round Brushes

Round

Bristle
Lg.	Dia.	Overall Lg.	Bristle Color	Environment		Each
Plastic Handle
2"	1"	10"	White	Food Industry	00000000	000000