What NAUTICCLEAN 16 Bilge & Engine Degreaser is and why choose it
NAUTICCLEAN 16 Bilge & Engine Degreaser is an alkaline cleaner specially developed for the thorough cleaning of bilges and engines on boats. Its formula quickly removes typical marine contamination such as grease, hydrocarbons, carbon deposits, waste oils and exhaust smokes, without attacking light alloys, paints or plastics. Based on surfactants of vegetable origin and complying with European biodegradability criteria, it offers effective cleaning while respecting both the substrate and the environment.
Main features
- Specific for bilges and engines: formulated for the heavy soiling found in engine rooms and bilge spaces on vessels.
- High degreasing power: removes grease, hydrocarbons, carbon deposits, waste oils, combustion smokes and similar residues.
- Alkaline technology: pH 13 at 20 °C for efficient action against persistent oily and carbonaceous dirt.
- Substrate-friendly: does not alter light alloys, painted surfaces or plastics when used as directed.
- Vegetable-origin surfactants: cleaning agents of vegetable origin, designed to respect the environment.
- Biodegradability: surfactants comply with the biodegradability criteria of Regulation (EC) No 648/2004 on detergents.
- Ready-to-use format: supplied in a convenient 750 ml spray bottle for easy application in confined or hard-to-reach areas.
- Non-explosive and non self-igniting: the product is not explosive and not self-igniting under normal conditions of use.
Technical specifications
- Product type: alkaline cleaner / degreaser for bilges and engines
- Physical state: liquid
- Colour: light orange
- Odour: aromatic
- pH (20 °C): 13
- Boiling point: 100 °C
- Density (20 °C): 1.01
- Water solubility: completely miscible with water
- Explosion hazard: not explosive
- Self-ignition: the product is not self-ignitable
- Composition (detergent regulation): less than 5% non-ionic surfactants, cationic surfactants, amphoteric surfactants
- Packaging: 750 ml sprayer (reference 16-750)
Applications and use cases
- Bilge cleaning on boats: removal of oils, grease and sludge accumulated in bilge areas.
- Engine compartment cleaning: cleaning of engines and surrounding parts contaminated with hydrocarbons, carbon deposits and exhaust fumes.
- Removal of oily and smoky residues: suitable for areas affected by gas exhaust smokes and waste oils on marine engines.
Instructions for use
- Spray the product onto the surfaces to be cleaned.
- Allow to act for a short time.
- Scrub with a brush or sponge.
- Rinse thoroughly with fresh water.
- Do not discharge residues into sewers or watercourses.
Storage recommendations
- Keep the container tightly closed.
- Store protected from frost and cold.
- Protect from heat and direct sunlight.
- Store in a ventilated place.
FAQ
1. What type of dirt does NAUTICCLEAN 16 remove?
It removes grease, hydrocarbons, carbon deposits, waste oils, combustion smokes and similar contaminants typically present in bilges and engine compartments.
2. On which surfaces can it be used?
The product is designed for engines and bilges of ships and does not alter light alloys, paints or plastics when used according to the instructions.
3. How should I apply the product?
Spray the degreaser onto the soiled surface, let it act for a while, scrub with a brush or sponge and then rinse with fresh water.
4. Do I need to dilute NAUTICCLEAN 16 before use?
The instructions provided specify spraying the product, allowing it to act, scrubbing and rinsing; no dilution ratios are indicated.
5. Can the residues be discharged to the bilge or sewer?
No. Residues must not be discharged to the sewer or watercourses. Follow local regulations for disposal.
6. Is the product biodegradable?
The surfactants contained in the formulation comply with the biodegradability criteria of Regulation (EC) No 648/2004 on detergents.
7. What precautions should I take during handling?
Handle the product with care, follow the usual safety measures for chemical products and use the appropriate personal protective equipment indicated in the safety data sheet.
8. How should the product be stored on board?
Store the tightly closed container in a ventilated place, protected from frost, cold, heat and direct sunlight.
9. What is the appearance and smell of the product?
It is a light orange liquid with an aromatic odour.
10. Is NAUTICCLEAN 16 explosive or self-igniting?
No. According to the data provided, the product is not explosive and is not self-ignitable.
Section 14 – Transport information
- UN number: ADR, ADN, IMDG, IATA: information suppressed.
- UN proper shipping name: ADR, ADN, IMDG, IATA: information suppressed.
- Transport hazard class(es): ADR, ADN, IMDG, IATA: class suppressed.
- Packing group: ADR, IMDG, IATA: information suppressed.
- Environmental hazards: not classified as a marine pollutant.
- Special precautions for user: not applicable.
- Bulk transport according to Annex II of MARPOL and the IBC Code: not applicable.
Section 8 – Personal protection measures
- General protection and hygiene measures: follow standard safety measures for handling chemical products; no special measures are generally required. Wash hands after handling and avoid contact with eyes and skin.
- Respiratory protection: not required under normal conditions of use.
- Hand protection: use protective gloves made of material impermeable and resistant to the product. The choice of glove material must consider breakthrough times, permeability and degradation according to the glove manufacturer.
- Eye protection: the use of protective goggles is recommended during product transfer.
- Body protection: wear protective clothing.
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