What it is and why choose it
NAUTICCLEAN 16 BILGE & ENGINE DEGREASER is an alkaline cleaner specifically developed for thorough cleaning of bilges and engines. Its formula, based on surfactants of vegetable origin, removes heavy marine contamination such as oils, greases and exhaust residues without attacking light alloys, plastics or painted surfaces. The product is fully miscible in water and designed for easy spray application and rinsing.
Main features
- Special bilge and engine cleaner: formulated for deep cleaning of bilge areas and engine blocks.
- Effective against stubborn dirt: helps remove fats, hydrocarbons, calamine, oily residues, exhaust smoke deposits, sludge and similar contamination.
- Alkaline formula: pH 13 (at 20 °C) for strong degreasing performance.
- Material-friendly: does not alter light alloys, plastics or painted surfaces according to the product sheet.
- Vegetable-based surfactants: contains non-ionic, cationic and amphoteric surfactants of vegetable origin < 5 %.
- Biodegradability: surfactants comply with the biodegradability criteria of Regulation (EC) No. 648/2004 on detergents.
- Ready-to-use spray: reference 16-750, 750 ml trigger sprayer.
Technical specifications
- Product type: alkaline cleaner for bilges and engines.
- Physical state: liquid.
- Color: light orange.
- Odor: aromatic.
- pH: 13 (at 20 °C).
- Density: 1.01 (at 20 °C).
- Solubility: completely miscible with water.
- Boiling point: 100 °C.
- Flash point: not applicable.
- Auto-ignition: product is not self-flammable.
- Explosion risk: product is not explosive.
- Composition (Reg. 648/2004): non-ionic surfactants, cationic surfactants, amphoteric surfactants < 5 %.
- Packaging reference: 16-750 vaporizer 750 ml.
- Storage conditions: keep container tightly closed. Protect from frost, heat and direct sunlight. Store in a ventilated place.
Applications and use cases
- Bilge cleaning: removal of oils, greases, sludge and oily residues accumulated in bilge areas.
- Engine cleaning: degreasing of engine blocks and engine compartments contaminated with hydrocarbons, calamine and exhaust combustion deposits.
Directions for use
- Spray the product directly on the surfaces to be cleaned.
- Allow it to act for a while.
- Scrub with a brush or sponge.
- Rinse thoroughly with fresh water.
- Do not discharge waste into sewers or watercourses.
FAQ
1. What type of dirt does NAUTICCLEAN 16 remove?
It removes grease, hydrocarbons, calamine, oily residues, combustion smoke deposits, sludge and similar contamination in bilges and engines.
2. Can it be used on painted surfaces and plastics?
According to the product sheet, it does not alter light alloys, plastics or painted surfaces when used as directed.
3. How should I apply the product?
Spray onto the surface, leave to act for a short time, scrub with a brush or sponge and then rinse with fresh water.
4. What is the pH of the degreaser?
The pH is 13 at 20 °C.
5. Is the product biodegradable?
The surfactants contained meet the biodegradability criteria of Regulation (EC) No. 648/2004 on detergents.
6. How should I store the container?
Keep the container tightly closed, protected from frost, heat, cold and UV rays, in a ventilated place.
7. Can I pour residues into the drain or overboard?
No. Do not discharge residues into sewers, surface waters or watercourses.
8. What should I do in case of eye contact?
Rinse the open eyes with running water for several minutes. Consult a doctor if disorders persist.
9. Does the product irritate the skin?
According to the safety data sheet for NAUTICCLEAN 16 Bilge & Engine Degreaser (non-concentrated), the product is not classified as irritating to the skin.
10. What is the packaging size of the spray version?
The referenced packaging is a 750 ml vaporizer (16-750).
Section 14: Transport information
- UN number (ADR, ADN, IMDG, IATA): suprimido.
- Official transport designation: suprimido.
- Transport hazard class: suprimido.
- Packing group (ADR, IMDG, IATA): suprimido.
- Environmental hazards: not a marine pollutant.
- Special precautions for user: not applicable.
- Bulk transport under MARPOL Annex II and IBC Code: not applicable.
Section 8: Individual protection measures
Exposure controls and personal protection
- General hygiene measures: observe standard safety measures for handling chemical products. Keep away from food, drink and animal feed. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work.
- Respiratory protection: not necessary under normal conditions of use.
- Hand protection: use protective gloves made of material impermeable and resistant to the product. The exact breakthrough time and suitable glove material must be requested from the glove manufacturer.
- Eye protection: safety goggles are recommended during product transfer.
- Body protection: use protective clothing.
