UHMWPE Food Hose are suitable for food and beverage applications, for the absorption and distribution of acids and chemicals. Tubing: Transparent UHMWPE, reinforced with high-strength cloth cords and helical steel wires. Blue EPDM coating, abrasion and ozone resistant. Food and Drug Administration. White food grade UHMWPE Also known as ultra high molecular weight polyethylene hose. UHMWPE Coated Hose is designed to pick up and deliver acids, chemicals and food.