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3M™ Novec™ Electronic Degreaser
Regulatory Information
RoHS/WEEE Compliant Yes
NSF Registration Nonfood Compound Program Listed K2 Reg. #137245
Meets CA VOC Limits Yes – Electronic Cleaner
Meets OTC VOC Limits Yes – Electronic Cleaner
NSN (National Stock Number) 6850-01-534-2927
Introduction
3M™ Novec™ Electronic Degreaser is ideal for cleaning heavy oils, greases and handling soils from electronic
and electrical equipment. This heavy-duty cleaner is suitable for use on metals and many plastics, with the
exception of acrylics, polycarbonates, ABS and PS.
Novec Electronic Degreaser is non-flammable, non-ozone depleting, has low global warming ptential and does
not contain any hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), hazardous air pollutants
(HAPs) or n-propyl bromide (nPB). This product is formulated with 3M™ Novec™ 7200 Engineered Fluid, which
is VOC-exempt under California Air Resources Board (CARB) regulations. Novec Electronic Degreaser is
optimized for both compliance with the CARB VOC limits and high performance because it does not resort
to increased use of inert propellants (dilution) in order to achieve compliance.
• Non-corrosive • Non-flammable • Low toxicity
• Fast drying, no residue • Non-ozone depleting • Low Global Warming Potential
• Low odor
Plastics Compatibility
Material Compatibility Material Compatibility
ABS Not Compatible PMMA Not Compatible
Nylon Excellent POM Excellent
Lexan®/Polycarbonate Not Compatible PP Excellent
HDPE Excellent PS Not Compatible
CDPE Excellent PTFE Excellent
C.E. Phenolic Excellent PVC Excellent
Environmental, Health and Safety Information
Properties Novec Electronic
Degreaser HCFC-141b HCFC-225
ca nPB TCE
Ozone Depletion Potential1 (ODP) 0.0 0.1 0.03 0.013-.0.1 0.0
Global Warming Potential2 (GWP) 30 725 122 Low Low
Hazardous Air Pollutant3No No No No Yes
Flashpoint None None None None None
Exposure Guidelines (ppmV, TWA) 200 500 50 10 10
Margin of Safety4 (MOS) 10 25 2.5 0.5 0.5
1CFC-11 = 1.0
2GWP-100 year integration time horizon, C02 = 1.0
3As defined by the U.S. EPA in the Clean Air Act of 1990
4MOS in use = Exposure Guideline
Assumed 20 ppmV 8hr TWA exposure
Product Information
Physical Properties
Evaporation Rate (relative to n-Butyl Acetate) 0.11
Surface Tension (dynes/cm2)19
Specific Gravity (g/ml) 1.32
Dielectric Strength >25 kV
Shelf Life 5 years
Safety and Handling
3M™ Novec™ Electronic Degreaser is nonflammable. When used as directed, in its intended applications, Novec
Electronic Degreaser has a wide margin of safety between anticipated exposures and the exposure guideline.
Before using this product, be sure to read and follow all precautions and directions for use contained in the
product label and Material Safety Data Sheet, which is available from your local 3M representative upon request.
Transportation Classification
Ground: Consumer Commodity ORM-D Air: Aerosols, Nonflammable, 2.2, UN1950
Resources
3M™ Novec™ Aerosol Cleaners are supported by global sales, technical and customer service resources, with
fully-staffed technical service laboratories in the U.S., Europe, Japan, Latin America and Southeast Asia. Users
benefit from 3M’s broad technology base and continuing attention to product development, performance, safety
and environmental issues.
For additional technical information on Novec Electronic Degreaser in the United States, call 3M Customer
Service, 800 810 8513.
For information on additional 3M fluids, coatings and other chemical products for the electronics industry,
visit our web site at: www.3M.com/novec
Electronics Markets
Materials Division
3M Center, Building 224-3N-11
St. Paul, MN 55144-1000
www.3M.com/novec
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factors beyond 3M’s control can affect the use and performance of a 3M product in a particular application, including conditions under which the product is used and the time and
environmental conditions in which the product is expected to perform. Since these factors are uniquely within the user’s knowledge and control, it is essential that the user evaluate the
3M product to determine whether it is fit for a particular purpose and suitable for the user’s method of application.
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3M product is fit for a particular purpose and suitable for user’s application. If the 3M product is defective within the warranty period, your exclusive remedy and 3M’s and seller’s sole
obligation will be, at 3M’s option, to replace the product or refund the purchase price.
Limitation Of Liability: Except where prohibited by law, 3M and seller will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from the 3M product, whether direct, indirect, special, incidental,
or consequential regardless of the legal theory asserted, including warranty, contract, negligence or strict liability.
United States
3M Electronics Markets
Materials Division
800 810 8513
China
3M China Ltd.
86 21 6275 3535
Europe
3M Belgium N.V.
32 3 250 7521
Japan
Sumitomo 3M Limited
813 3709 8250
Korea
3M Korea Limited
82 2 3771 4114
Singapore
3M Singapore Pte. Ltd.
65 454 8611
Taiwan
3M Taiwan Limited
886 2 2704 9011
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