Alternative Solvent for PD-680 Type II

DEPOT MAINTENANCE PROJECT as of 941129

Type: E
Accession Number: 57957
Code: Active

Narrative:

DOD facilities are experiencing problems in using PD-680 solvents for general maintenance procedures and clean-up operations. This petroleum based solvent is considered a hazardous waste, causing disposal difficulties. PD-680 Type II not only contains hazardous constituents and VOCs, but it is also a known carcinogen.

Status:

- The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division, Annapolis, MD (CDNSWC) developed a multi-disciplinary approach by forming a task force of chemists, engineers, industrial hygienists, and systems analysts.
- The task force identified and evaluated alternative materials and process changes and coordinated with other government agencies and military commands.
-Sep 94PD-680 Type III is recommended as an interim substitute.
-Nov 94Based on preliminary review results, PD-680 Type III can replace PD-680 Type II in a majority of applications. A significant reduction of the use of PD-680 Type II can be achieved through elimination, substitution, and process changes.

Implementation Date: 1994-00-00
Initial Submission Date: 1994-08-09
Update Submission Date: 1994-10-12
Lead Service: Navy
Key Words: Solvents, PD-680
Point of Contact - Name: Robert Vozzella
Point of Contact - Organization: NAVSEA Code 900H
Point of Contact - Phone: DSN 684-1610, COM 207-438-1610, Fax ext 1298