MIL-C-46156A, MILITARY SPECIFICATION: CORROSION REMOVING COMPOUND, SODIUM HYDROXIDE BASE, FOR IMMERSION APPLICATION (08-MAR-1985) [S/S BY A-A-59261]

MIL-C-46156A, MILITARY SPECIFICATION: CORROSION REMOVING COMPOUND, SODIUM HYDROXIDE BASE, FOR IMMERSION APPLICATION (08-MAR-1985) [S/S BY A-A-59261]., This specification covers a corrosion removing compound, containing sodium hydroxide, chelating and sequestering agents, wetting agents and detergents, a polyhydroxy compound, inhibitors and accelerating agents. A solution of this compound at elevated temperature will remove rust, paint, scale, grease, dirt, asphalt and carbon immersion, from ferrous surfaces. An additive composition to be used for the purpose of prolonging the tank life of the product, is also covered by this specification.