New EcoLine® Surface Reveal Offers Fast Paint Removal and a Higher 77% Biobased Formula
March 6, 2026
Cortec® is pleased to unveil EcoLine® Surface Reveal, a next-generation industrial paint remover that contains 77% USDA certified biobased content and is made with biodegradable materials. Building on Cortec’s earlier biobased paint strippers, this upgraded formula delivers strong performance with improved user experience and significantly higher biobased content (up from 50%).
No Methylene Chloride or NMP
Like Cortec’s previous biobased paint removers, EcoLine® Surface Reveal does not contain methylene chloride or NMP (N-methylpyrrolidone), two extremely dangerous paint removal chemicals only recently banned from consumer paint strippers by the EPA. EcoLine® Surface Reveal also has much better wetting properties than methylene chloride paint strippers, making it easier to apply and leave on painted surfaces to soften, penetrate, and remove the coating.
Improved Odor and User Experience
EcoLine® Surface Reveal is designed to remove coatings and resin from metal surfaces such as tanks, pipes, and other equipment. It can be applied by dipping, brushing, or rolling. It works quickly, stripping acrylic and alkyd coatings in 15- 30 minutes, depending on conditions. It does not tarnish ferrous metals, aluminum, copper, or brass, and it prevents flash corrosion after cleaning.
During warehouse trials, Cortec® workers reported a significantly improved odor compared to the previous formulation, contributing to a better overall user experience. They also noted impressive performance: thick paint buildup on one of their mixers was removed overnight, instead of over several days.
Key Benefits of EcoLine® Surface Reveal
EcoLine® Surface Reveal offers a cost-effective starting point for powerful biobased industrial paint strippers that do not contain methylene chloride or NMP. Key highlights of the new product include the following:
- Contains 77% USDA certified biobased content
- Free of methylene chloride and NMP
- Fast removal of acrylic and alkyd coatings in 15–30 minutes (depending on conditions)
- Improved odor profile based on warehouse testing
- Non-tarnishing on ferrous and non-ferrous metals
- Prevents flash corrosion post-cleaning
Advancing the Future of Sustainable Paint Removal
As sustainability continues to shape industrial product development, solutions like EcoLine® Surface Reveal represent an important step forward. With higher biobased content, improved odor characteristics, and greater availability, this upgraded formulation supports ongoing progress toward more responsible coating-removal methods. Contact Cortec® to request a sample or learn how EcoLine® Surface Reveal can support your industrial coating-removal needs.
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