3M™ Solvents to be Discontinued: Solutions
In response to 3M’s 2025 PFAS phase-out, we provide a complete transition roadmap for Novec and Fluorinert series. We assist in evaluating eco-friendly, compliant solvents to ensure technical continuity, supply chain stability, and regulatory adherence during the transition.
For 25 years, Inventec has been a reliable partner of 3M™, supplying its cleaning solvents and its own formulations to a global customer base. Inventec has an in-depth understanding of the technical details of these fluids and their application processes. This allows Inventec to effectively find suitable alternatives for you. We have created an information sheet outlining how we can help you make a smooth transition. We outline replacement options for cleaning, coating, and cooling applications using 3M™ products.
At the end, we also provide you with a list of products affected by 3M™’s official announcement.
Clean
PROMOSOLV ™Solvent Cleaning and Drying Series
Solvent-based cleaning solutions for vapor phase cleaning processes or rinsing agents for co-solvent systems. Also available are products for dust-free solvent drying processes.
The PROMOSOLV ™ solution is ready to use immediately.
Our PROMOSOLV product line covers most single-solvent (vapor phase cleaning) and co-solvent cleaning applications and is not dependent on 3MTM chemicals. These serve as direct alternatives and minimize qualification work. In fact, many customers have successfully transitioned to PROMOSOLV products without any issues due to supply problems with certain 3MTM products over the past two years.
PROMOSOLVTM 70Degreasing, wax & polymer removal
PROMOSOLVTM 70SEFlux residue removal
PROMOSOLVTM DR1Rinsing & drying for electronic applications
PROMOSOLVTM DR3Particle removal, rinsing & drying
A non-exhaustive product list allows Tong Mei Corporation to help you customize products that best suit your needs.
PROMOSOLV NEO: The Future of Solvent Cleaning
In 2022, the PROMOSOLV NEO series was launched, providing environmentally friendly and sustainable solvent solutions.
This range represents solvents with GWP values from zero to ultra-low and are PFAS-free. The product line is still expanding globally, but off-the-shelf solutions are available for both mono-solvent (vapor phase cleaning) and co-solvent cleaning applications. More products will be released in 2023, particularly those targeting electronic (IC) cleaning applications.
This range represents solvents with GWP values from zero to ultra-low and are PFAS-free. The product line is still expanding globally, but off-the-shelf solutions are available for both mono-solvent (vapor phase cleaning) and co-solvent cleaning applications. More products will be released in 2023, particularly those targeting electronic (IC) cleaning applications.
PROMOSOLVTM NEO A1Particle removal, rinsing & drying
PROMOSOLVTM NEO B1Particle removal, rinsing & drying
A non-exhaustive product list allows Tong Mei Corporation to help you customize products that best suit your needs.
Water washing or vacuum cleaning alternatives
PROMOSOLVTM
Detergent cleaningCleaning solution used for water-based soaking or spraying processes.
TOPKLEANTM
Hydrocarbon Cleaning SeriesCleaning fluid specifically designed for use in co-solvent systems or as a single solvent in vacuum cleaning processes.
We also offer solutions covering both water washing and vacuum cleaning. Through our diverse product range, we can provide solutions for degreasing, dewaxing, dirt and particle removal, and flux removal.
coating
PROMOSOLVTM COAT
Ultra-thin coating seriesThe ultra-thin coating series is designed to protect electronic products (ICs) or other substrates through a simple, fast, and environmentally friendly process.
We have our own series of ultra-thin coatings, also known as electronic grade coatings.
PROMOSOLV COAT UT10 is available with different solid contents and with or without UV tracers.
PROMOSOLV COAT UT10 is available with different solid contents and with or without UV tracers.
Dielectric cooling
THERMASOLVTM
Dielectric Coolant SeriesDielectric coolant used in electrical components and equipment.
We also have a range of dielectric coolants under the brand name THERMASOLV™. These products are designed for immersion cooling, direct cooling, or dielectric testing.
List of affected 3M ™ products
| Product Trade Name | Product Trade Name |
|---|---|
| 3M™ Electronic Surfactant 4200 | 3M™ Novec™ 649 Engineered Fluid |
| 3M™ Electronic Surfactant 4300 | 3M™ Novec™ 7000 Engineered Fluid |
| 3M™ FA-188 Foam Additive | 3M™ Novec™ 7100 Engineered Fluid |
| 3M™ FC-5000 Ionic Liquid Antistat | 3M™ Novec™ 7100DL Engineered Fluid |
| 3M™ Fluorad™ Battery Electrolyte HQ-115 | 3M™ Novec™ 71DA Engineered Fluid |
| 3M™ Fluorinert™ Electronic Liquid FC-40 | 3M™ Novec™ 71DE Engineered Fluid |
| 3M™ Fluorinert™ Electronic Liquid FC-149 | 3M™ Novec™ 71IPA DL Engineered Fluid |
| 3M™ Fluorinert™ Electronic Liquid FC-3243 | 3M™ Novec™ 71IPA Engineered Fluid |
| 3M™ Fluorinert™ Electronic Liquid FC-3283 | 3M™ Novec™ 7200 Engineered Fluid |
| 3M™ Fluorinert™ Electronic Liquid FC-3284 | 3M™ Novec™ 7200DL Engineered Fluid |
| 3M™ Fluorinert™ Electronic Liquid FC-43 | 3M™ Novec™ 72DA Engineered Fluid |
| 3M™ Fluorinert™ Electronic Liquid FC-770 | 3M™ Novec™ 72DE Engineered Fluid |
| 3M™ Fluorinert™ FC-72 Electronic Liquid | 3M™ Novec™ 7300 Engineered Fluid |
| 3M™ Ionic Liquid Antistat FC-4400 | 3M™ Novec™ 73DE Engineered Fluid |
| 3M™ Novec ™ 1230 Fire Protection Fluid | 3M™ Novec™ 7500 Engineered Fluid |
| 3M™ Novec ™ Contact Cleaner | 3M™ Novec™ 7500C Engineered Fluid |
| 3M™ Novec™ 1700 Electronic Grade Coating | 3M™ Novec™ 7700 Engineered Fluid |
| 3M™ Novec™ 1702 Electronic Grade Coating | 3M™ Novec™ 8200 Engineered Fluid |
| 3M™ Novec™ 1720 Electronic Grade Coating | 3M™ Novec™ Contact Cleaner / Lubricant |
| 3M™ Novec™ 1902 Electronic Grade Coating | 3M™ Novec™ Contact Cleaner Plus |
| 3M™ Novec™ 1904 Electronic Grade Coating | 3M™ Novec™ Electronic Degreaser |
| 3M™ Novec™ 1908 Electronic Grade Coating | 3M™ Novec™ Engineered Fluid 71D90 |
| 3M™ Novec™ 2202 Electronic Grade Coating | 3M™ Novec™ Engineered Fluid 72FL |
| 3M™ Novec™ 2701 Electronic Grade Coating | 3M™ Novec™ Flux Remover |
| 3M™ Novec™ 2704 Electronic Grade Coating | 3M™ Novec™ MW-2410 Engineered Metalworking Fluid |
| 3M™ Novec™ 2708 Electronic Grade Coating | 3M™ PF-5052 Performance Fluid |
| 3M™ Novec™ 4710 Insulating Gas | 3M™ PF-5056 Performance Fluid |
| 3M™ Novec™ 5110 Insulating Gas | 3M™ PF-5058 Performance Fluid |
| 3M™ Novec™ 612 Magnesium Protection Fluid | 3M™ PF-5060 Performance Fluid |