Crest Alkaline coating removers are classified by their pH level ranging from 8.5 to 14.0, and may contain varying chemical compounds according to its strength. Alkaline coating removers can be an effective solution for difficult to remove coatings such as baked enamels, synthetic enamels, acrylics, and lacquers.

Alkaline coating removers are aggressive, operate quickly according to coating thickness, and should only be used as described in the technical data sheet.