Metstrip ST9160 is a blend of activated, low-boiling solvents formulated to rapidly remove stubborn paint finishes from metal components. Evaporation is suppressed by a wax seal surface membrane. Metstrip ST9160 gives negligible attack on most metals; however, trials may be necessary to establish suitability for use with certain types of zinc and light aluminium alloys. With this type of cold paint stripper, very little solvent action occurs. The adhesion between the coating and the metal is destroyed, permitting removal of the finish without significant dissolution. The evaporation rate of Metstrip ST9160 is much lower than that of most water-sealed cold-immersion paint strippers.