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You can use the free text search function to find information in the case story database. Most suitable are: substance name and other substance identifier (EC- and CAS-number). You can refine your search after first entry for sector-, function- and process-categories. The case studies are meant to serve as source of inspiration and ideas for substitution. The alternatives are constantly being developed further. We therefore recommend that you to check in each individual case whether an alternative is suitable for your applications and purposes. If you are aware of any other relevant information that is not mentioned in the current case story, please contact SUBSPORTplus.

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Entfernung von Kontaktkleber in Bootskabinen

Bei der Reparatur oder Erneuerung der Verkleidung in Kabinen von Segelbooten ist es schwierig, alten Kontaktkleber zu entfernen. Oft werden Lösungsmittel wie Xylol oder Aceton verwendet. Eine auf Pflanzenölen basierende Alternative wird vorgestellt.

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Substitution von Toluol, Xylol und Naphtha als Lösungsmittel zur Reinigung von Werkzeugen in einer Autowerkstatt

Dieses Fallbeispiel beschreibt die Substitution von „Safety Clean“ (ein universelles Lösungsmittel, bestehend aus Toluol, Xylol, Naphtha und anderen Inhaltsstoffen). Das Entfettungsmittel wurde in einer Autowerkstatt zur Reinigung von Arbeitswerkzeugen eingesetzt.

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Removal of contact glue in boat cabins

When repairing or renewing lining in cabins of sailing boat it is hard to remove old contact glue. Often solvents as xylene or acetone are used. An alternative based on vegetable oil is presented.

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Substitution of toluene, xylene and naphtha as solvents for cleaning tools in garages

This case study describes the substitution of Safety Clean (a universal solvent consisting of toluene, xylene, naphtha and other ingredients). The degreasing agent was used in a garage for cleaning work tools.

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