TANK CLEANERS

CHEMO BAUXITE REMOVER • Highly efficient removal of

bauxite residues / stains.
LIQUID ACID FOR THE EFFECTIVE REMOVAL OF BAUXITE RESIDUES • No special surface
preparation.
DESCRIPTION
• Cost effective and easy to
CHEMO BAUXITE REMOVER is a strong pressure water, so as to remove large apply.
blend of powerful acids, special corrosion deposits and ensure an effective cleaning
inhibitors, wetting agents and surface operation. Be sure that the surface has • Water-soluble and
tension reducing agents, specifically dried, before applying the chemicals, in
non-flammable.
formulated to remove any residue or stain order to avoid unnecessary dilution.
of bauxite on metal surfaces and articles. For heavy deposit build-up, apply CHEMO • Contains special corrosion
It immediately penetrates the residues, BAUXITE REMOVER undiluted. For lighter
completely dissolving bauxite, providing
inhibitors, wetting agents
cases of deposition, on large surface
thorough cleaning. CHEMO BAUXITE and surface tension reducing
areas, the solution strength may be
REMOVER is water based and non- between 10% - 30%. agents.
flammable.
When the residues are met in difficult-to- • Safe to use on all metal
Please refer to “CHEMO CARGO HOLD clean places, such as corner cavities, tank
CLEANING SOLUTIONS” Brochure, which surfaces and parts except
skeleton inlets, etc., apply CHEMO
summarizes the solutions that CHEMO BAUXITE REMOVER using conventional aluminium, zinc, tin and its
offers for tackling a variety of means such as brushes, mops, sponges or alloys.
contamination and deposit problems. any other manual device, while cleaning
in a rapid and irregular way. Let it soak for • Safe to use on rubber and
15 minutes. Afterwards, wash thoroughly plastic compounds.
APPLICATION by applying high-pressure water source. If
CHEMO BAUXITE REMOVER is deposits persist, repeat the cleaning
recommended for removing bauxite procedure.
deposits on cargo holds, as well as
cleaning any bauxite stain on metal
surfaces and articles. PRODUCT PROPERTIES
Safe to use on all metal surfaces and parts
except aluminium, zinc, tin and its alloys.
USE AND DOSING It is highly recommended to always test PRODUCT CODE: 502415
Instructions are based on experience and all cleaner solutions on a small area of
are meant only as a guide since tank coating, before full scale application.
circumstances for each tank cleaning PROBLEMS SOLVED:
operation vary. They are not intended to Appearance Liquid
interfere with the judgment of the vessel’s • Bauxite residues / stains.
responsible personnel. Odor Pungent
Always add acids to water, never the
Density at 20°C 1.15 ± 0.05 g/cm³
reverse. Since CHEMO BAUXITE
REMOVER is considered a highly corrosive
Flash Point None
product, operators must always consult APPLICABLE AREAS:
the safety instructions table before use.
pH (undiluted) < 1.0 • Cargo holds.
Always try to preclean tanks with high

For detailed information on safety and health, please refer to Material Safety Data Sheet and/or Product Label.
CHEMO products are manufactured according to ISO 9001:2008, ISO 14001:2004 and EMAS (Eco Management and Audit Scheme) Quality Standards.
No representation or warranty, expressed or implied, is made as to the accuracy or completeness of the information or data contained herein and CHEMO HELLAS S.A. shall have no obligation or liability whatsoever
with respect to any such information or data, including, but not limited to, any liability for infringement of patent or other industrial property rights. CHEMO HELLAS S.A. disclaims all implied warranties of merchanta
bilityand fitness for a particular purpose. CHEMO HELLAS S.A. shall in no event be liable for incidental or consequential damages, including, without limitation, lost profit, loss of income, loss of business opportunity
and any other related costs and expenses.
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