{"product_id":"food-grade-silicone-tubing-fruit-green-beer-milk-hose","title":"Food Grade Silicone Tubing — Fruit Green, Beer \u0026 Milk Hose, 4mm–6mm ID","description":"\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"How do I choose the right inner diameter for my application?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Match the inner diameter (ID) to your fitting or barb size. For example, a 1\/4\\\" (≈6mm) barb fitting typically pairs with the 6×8mm tube. When in doubt, size down slightly — silicone stretches to form a secure seal. Available IDs: 4mm (≈5\/32\\\"), 5mm (≈3\/16\\\"), and 6mm (≈1\/4\\\").\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Is this tubing safe for beer brewing and food contact?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Yes. This tubing is made from food-grade silicone that is generally free of BPA, phthalates, and other harmful plasticizers. It is suitable for beer brewing transfers, milk lines, kombucha, and other food and beverage applications.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What temperature range can this silicone hose handle?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"This tubing is rated for –60°C to +180°C (–76°F to +356°F), making it suitable for both cold-side transfers and hot-side brewing applications such as wort chilling lines.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Can I use this hose outdoors or in UV-exposed environments?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Silicone generally offers better UV and ozone resistance than rubber or PVC tubing. 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This food grade silicone tubing is engineered for exactly those demanding transfer environments — delivering a clean, odor-neutral flow path that won't compromise what's inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eEach order is a continuous cut of fruit-green food-grade silicone hose, available in three wall-balanced sizes — 4×6mm (ID×OD), 5×7mm, and 6×8mm — and lengths from 1M (≈3.3 ft) to 50M (≈164 ft). Wall thickness is 1mm across all sizes. The tubing has a Shore A hardness of approximately 60°, giving it enough body to resist kinking while remaining hand-flexible for tight routing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eTypical use cases include homebrew beer transfer lines and siphon hoses, raw milk and dairy equipment connections, kombucha and fermentation vessel tubing, laboratory fluid handling, and aquarium or hydroponic water routing where a food-safe flexible silicone hose is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-compat\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"hdiy-compat-icon\"\u003e🔗\u003c\/span\u003e\n    Compatible with standard barb fittings in 4mm, 5mm, and 6mm ID sizes. Works with stainless steel hose clamps and push-fit connectors. Verify your fitting OD matches the tube ID before ordering.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003e✅ Key Features of These Food Grade Silicone Hose Tubes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul class=\"hdiy-features\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"hdiy-icon\"\u003e🍺\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood-Safe Material\u003c\/strong\u003e — Made from food-grade silicone free of BPA and phthalates, suitable for direct contact with beer, milk, juice, and other consumables.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"hdiy-icon\"\u003e🌡️\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWide Temperature Range\u003c\/strong\u003e — Rated –60°C to +180°C (–76°F to +356°F), handling everything from cold-side transfers to hot wort lines without softening or cracking.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"hdiy-icon\"\u003e🟢\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit Green Color Coding\u003c\/strong\u003e — The distinctive fruit-green finish makes it easy to identify food-contact lines at a glance in multi-hose brewery or lab setups.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"hdiy-icon\"\u003e📏\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMultiple Sizes \u0026amp; Cut Lengths\u003c\/strong\u003e — Three ID×OD options (4×6mm, 5×7mm, 6×8mm) and eleven length choices from 1M to 50M let you order exactly what your run requires.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"hdiy-icon\"\u003e🔄\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Yet Kink-Resistant\u003c\/strong\u003e — Shore A ~60° hardness keeps the tube pliable for tight bends around equipment while maintaining enough wall rigidity to resist collapse under suction.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"hdiy-icon\"\u003e☀️\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUV \u0026amp; Ozone Resistant\u003c\/strong\u003e — Silicone construction offers better resistance to UV degradation and ozone than standard rubber or PVC tubing, extending service life in workshop and outdoor environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003e📐 Technical Specifications — Food Grade Silicone Tubing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-table-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFood-grade silicone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFruit green\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInner Diameter (ID) Options\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4mm (≈5\/32\"), 5mm (≈3\/16\"), 6mm (≈1\/4\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOuter Diameter (OD) Options\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6mm (≈15\/64\"), 7mm (≈9\/32\"), 8mm (≈5\/16\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWall Thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1mm (all sizes)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAvailable Lengths\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1M, 2M, 5M, 8M, 10M, 15M, 20M, 25M, 30M, 40M, 50M\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTemperature Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e–60°C to +180°C (–76°F to +356°F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShore A Hardness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~60°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePressure Rating\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSee variant options \/ Contact us to confirm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCertifications\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContact us to confirm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommended Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeer brewing, milk\/dairy transfer, food \u0026amp; beverage, lab, aquarium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-note\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"hdiy-note-icon\"\u003e⚠️\u003c\/span\u003e\n    Pressure ratings vary by ID and wall thickness. For pressurized systems, please contact us to confirm suitability before ordering.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003e❓ Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eHow do I choose the right inner diameter for my application?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eMatch the inner diameter (ID) to your fitting or barb size. A 1\/4\" (≈6mm) barb fitting typically pairs with the 6×8mm tube; a 3\/16\" barb pairs with the 5×7mm. When in doubt, size down slightly — silicone stretches to form a secure seal over a barb. Available IDs: 4mm (≈5\/32\"), 5mm (≈3\/16\"), and 6mm (≈1\/4\").\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eIs this tubing safe for beer brewing and food contact?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYes. This tubing is made from food-grade silicone that is generally free of BPA, phthalates, and other harmful plasticizers. It is suitable for beer brewing transfers, milk lines, kombucha, and other food and beverage applications. If your application requires specific certifications (FDA, LFGB, etc.), please contact us to confirm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhat temperature range can this silicone hose handle?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThis tubing is rated for –60°C to +180°C (–76°F to +356°F). In practice, this covers cold-side transfers from a refrigerator or keezer as well as hot-side brewing applications such as wort transfer lines. Avoid sustained exposure above 180°C to prevent accelerated aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eCan I use this hose outdoors or in UV-exposed environments?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eSilicone generally offers better UV and ozone resistance than rubber or PVC tubing. For long-term outdoor exposure, shielding the tube from direct sunlight is recommended to maintain flexibility and color over time. In most cases, occasional outdoor use poses no issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhat fittings or clamps are compatible with this tubing?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThis tubing is compatible with standard barb fittings in matching sizes (4mm, 5mm, or 6mm ID). Stainless steel hose clamps or silicone-compatible push-fit connectors are typically used to secure connections. Avoid sharp-edged fittings that could cut the tube wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eHow do I select the right length?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eMeasure the run from your source to destination and add 10–15% for routing around obstacles. Available lengths range from 1M (≈3.3 ft) to 50M (≈164 ft). Buying a longer roll is generally more economical for workshop or brewery setups where you'll cut multiple runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhat is the wall thickness, and does it affect flexibility?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eWall thickness is 1mm for all three size options (4×6mm, 5×7mm, 6×8mm). This provides a balance of flexibility and kink resistance for typical low-pressure transfer applications. Thicker-walled tubing would be needed for higher-pressure systems — contact us if you need a pressure-rated option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-cta\"\u003e\n    🛒 Select your size and length above, then add to cart — ships from our US warehouse.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HomeDIYer","offers":[{"title":"4x6 \/ 1M","offer_id":52333160694034,"sku":"GLFBFHHGLBZSJ001408x1","price":4.27,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4x6 \/ 2M","offer_id":52333160726802,"sku":"GLFBFHHGLBZSJ001408x2","price":6.47,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4x6 \/ 5M","offer_id":52333160759570,"sku":"GLFBFHHGLBZSJ001408x5","price":14.51,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4x6 \/ 8M","offer_id":52333160792338,"sku":"GLFBFHHGLBZSJ001408x8","price":22.56,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4x6 \/ 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