BONDERITE^® C-IC 18010 PASTE is a ready-to-use, gel-based pickling and passivation agent developed for the treatment of stainless steel surfaces. This industrial, acid cleaner is applied directly with a brush, roller, or spatula in a 2-mm (0.008") thick layer. It effectively removes iron oxides, heat tint, and organic residues that result from welding, grinding, or machining processes. It operates without nitric acid, eliminating the emission of toxic nitrogen oxides (NOx) and reducing environmental impact. Typically, the treatment duration ranges from 20 minutes to several hours, depending on the surface condition and alloy type.