Workshop hand cleaner claimed ultra-safe

According to Loctite, the cleaning power of a new hand cleaner 'belies its risk-free, non-toxic formulation'. In seconds, SF 7855 'safely removes polyurethane, paint, resins, primers, adhesives, silicones, varnish and ename', the company says.

Despite its newly-granted certification of conformity to European Cosmetics Regulations, this heavy duty, biodegradable hand cleaner remains as effective as previous generations of this product. A small amount applied to dry hands will dissolve and loosen the paint or resin; it is then rinsed off with water, a company statement states. Harmless and sustainable abrasive particles assist its cleaning ability.

The formulation also includes aloe, lanolin, jojoba and vitamin E to condition the skin and keep hands free from irritation. And as a result the product is suitable for frequent use.

Light grey in colour, SF 7855 has what Loctite describes as a pleasant floral scent and is available in a 400 ml bottle or 1.75 litre pump dispenser.