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Citra-Safe®

Citra-Safe® is developed for use in the aerospace industry, CITRA-SAFE® is a low-volatility substitute for Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK), Trichloroethylene, Toluene, and blends of MEK and Toluene. CITRA-SAFE® is made especially for surface preparation, general solvent cleaning, and cleaning prior to sealing. It is a plant based, bioderived solvent. In addition to reducing or eliminating the use of HAPs and VOCs, the use of CITRA-SAFE® improves worker health and safety versus traditional solvents. Cleaning will result in a residue-free surface that is fully prepared for paint and sealant applications.

Brand: Citra-Safe (1 products)

Functions: Solvent

Labeling Claims: Biodegradable, HAPs-free, Residues-free, VOC-free

End Uses: Aircraft Cleaners, Metal Cleaners, Parts Cleaners

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Cleaning Ingredients Functions
Solvent
Technologies
Cleaning Ingredients
Product Families
Cleaning Ingredients — Functional Additives
Solvents & Carriers

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Biodegradable,
HAPs-free,
Residues-free,
VOC-free
HII Features
Excellent Cleaning
Benefits

Developed for use in the aerospace industry, CITRA-SAFE® is a low-volatility substitute for Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK), Trichloroethylene, Toluene, and blends of MEK and Toluene. CITRA-SAFE® is made especially for surface preparation, general solvent cleaning, and cleaning prior to sealing.  It is literally a biodegradable solvent replacement for mineral spirits, thinners, and chlorinated solvents. 

Applications & Uses

Markets
HI&I Care
Applications
HI&I Care — Institutional & Industrial Care
Vehicle & Machinery
I&I Cleaning Applications
Aircraft Cleaners,
Metal Cleaners,
Parts Cleaners
Specifications

  • BOEING AIRCRAFT COMPANY

    • BAC 5504- Cleaning prior to sealing in fuel cells
    • BAC 5000- Cleaning prior to general sealing
    • BAC 5030- Cleaning prior to smoothing and fairing
    • BAC 5750- General solvent cleaning
    • D6-7127- Interior cleaning

  • MCDONNELL DOUGLAS

    • DPM 6380

  • AIRBUS INDUSTRY

    • SIL Number 20-006 - Replace 1,1,1 Trichloroethane and Methyl Ethyl Ketone for general cleaning task
    • CML #11-016 - Consumable Material List

  • U.S. AIR FORCE

    • T.O. 1C-135-2-5-2 - Cleaning prior to sealing in fuel cells KC135
    • T.O. 1-1-8 - Application and removal of organic coatings, aerospace and non-aerospace equipment

  • U.S. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE

    • Military Specification MIL-C-81964A - Avionic Cleaner

  • U.S. ARMY

    • TB 43-0135 - Recommended substitute for ozone depleting substances used on communications-electronics equipment

  • BOMBARDIER

    • 180-9 - General Solvent Cleaning

  • BELL HELLICOPER

    • Part number 5130-64988
Applications

The use of CITRA-SAFE® can reduce or eliminate the use of HAPs and VOCs. The use of CITRA-SAFE® improves worker health and safety versus traditional solvents. Cleaning will result in a residue-free surface that is fully prepared for paint or sealant application.  

  • Surface preparation
  • General solvent cleaning
  • Cleaning prior to sealing and painting for aircraft
  • Precision cleaning for metal parts and ultra-sound
  • Immersion cleaning
  • Manual wipe cleaning
  • Adhesive Removal

Properties

Appearance
Clear
Odor
Mild citrus odor
Insoluble in
Water
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Flash Point (PMCC)132.0ºF-
Vapor Pressure (25°C)max. 2mmHg-
Vapor Density (Air=1)min. 4--
Initial Boiling Point340.0ºF-
Evaporation Rate (n-Butyl Acetate = 1)max. 4--
Specific Gravity (Water =1)0.84--
Surface Tension29.8dynes/cm-
Volatile by Volume100.0%-

Packaging & Availability

Packaging

DR/55 Gallon