EN685 Printing Ink & Graffiti Remover – Plastic-Safe, Solvent-Free Cleaner

A solvent-free printing ink and graffiti remover that dissolves printing ink, spray paint, marker pen and gloss paint in seconds – without fogging, melting or staining plastic, glass or metal surfaces.

• Removes cured and dried printing ink from rollers, plates, print heads, machine housings and floors
• Will not fog, melt or scar Perspex machine guards or viewing windows
• Removes graffiti in seconds without damaging the surface underneath
• Plastic-safe – will not fog, melt or burn Perspex, PVC or polycarbonate
• Solvent-free, non-flammable and classified non-hazardous for users
• Fully biodegradable, reducing environmental impact compared to solvent cleaners
• Effective on spray paint, marker pen and household gloss paint
• Also doubles as a solvent-free printing ink cleaner for machinery and rollers

About EN685 Printing Ink & Graffiti Remover

EN685 is a non-hazardous, plastic-safe printing ink and graffiti remover formulated to dissolve a wide variety of graffiti mediums — including spray paint, marker pens and household gloss paint — without damaging the surface beneath. Rather than burning or melting paint off a surface, EN685 is absorbed into the paint layer itself, breaking it down chemically so it can be wiped or washed away, leaving the underlying surface untouched.

This approach avoids the fogging, melting and staining that traditional solvent-based graffiti removers can cause, particularly on sensitive surfaces. EN685 is suitable for use on any non-porous surface, including metal, plastic-coated metal, glass, polycarbonate and most other plastics.

Plastic-Safe – Why It Matters

Most traditional graffiti removers rely on aggressive solvents that work effectively on painted metal or brick but cause serious damage when used on plastics. Soft, clear plastics such as Perspex, PVC and polycarbonate are particularly vulnerable — solvent-based cleaners can burn and melt the surface, leaving it permanently opaque, clouded or pitted.

EN685 was specifically formulated to avoid this problem. It is safe to use on soft plastics without any risk of fogging or surface damage, making it an essential product anywhere graffiti needs to be removed from Perspex panels, PVC signage, polycarbonate glazing or protective screens.

Compatible Surfaces

EN685 is safe to use on any non-porous surface, including:

• Perspex, PVC and polycarbonate
• Glass
• Metal and plastic-coated metal
• Most other plastics

Where EN685 Is Used

EN685 is widely used to remove graffiti from:

• Car parts and vehicle panels
• Doors and windows
• Street furniture
• Advertising hoardings
• Public toilets
• Flooring
• Bus shelters and timetable panels

How to Use EN685 Graffiti Remover

1. Apply EN685 directly to the graffiti using a trigger spray, or work from an open bucket if treating a larger area.
2. Leave for 10–30 seconds, or longer for thicker or cured paint, to allow EN685 to absorb into the paint layer and break it down.
3. Watch the graffiti begin to dissolve and run, then wipe away the dissolved layer with a cloth or sponge.
4. Re-apply as required for thicker layers or stubborn build-up.

Also Effective as a Printing Ink Cleaner

As well as removing graffiti, EN685 is an effective solvent-free alternative for cleaning printing inks from machinery, rollers and surrounding equipment. Its absorbent, non-evaporative action makes it particularly well suited to printing environments, where traditional solvents present ongoing safety, performance and environmental concerns.

Why printing companies are switching from solvents to EN685

• Factory safety – EN685 is non-flammable and significantly safer to store and use than traditional solvent-based ink cleaners.
• Performance – EN685 can be applied and left without the risk of evaporation, so it retains its cleaning activity for longer than solvents, which lose effectiveness as they evaporate.
• Employee safety – EN685 is classified as non-hazardous for users, removing many of the handling precautions required for solvent-based cleaners.
• Environmental impact – EN685 is fully biodegradable, in contrast to solvents which damage the environment through evaporation and disposal.

Because EN685 uses 100% of its activity on cleaning rather than evaporating away, customers typically use only 25–30% of the volume of EN685 compared to the equivalent solvent — delivering a real reduction in product cost as well as improved safety.

EN685 is also plastic-safe in this application — ideal for cleaning Perspex windows and viewing panels on printing machines without the risk of burning the plastic opaque, as well as floors, print rollers, machinery and any other surface contaminated with printing inks.

How to use EN685 for cleaning printing inks

1. Apply using an open bucket (with no risk of evaporation or explosion) or a trigger spray, depending on the area being treated.
2. Apply to the area and leave for 10–30 seconds, or longer, to dissolve and break down cured inks.
3. Watch the ink begin to dissolve and run, then wipe clean or remove the dissolved layer.
4. Re-apply as required for thicker build-up of printing inks.

Product Specifications

• Type: Solvent-free graffiti remover and printing ink cleaner
• Hazard classification: Non-hazardous, non-flammable
• Plastic-safe: Yes – suitable for Perspex, PVC, polycarbonate and other soft plastics
• Biodegradable: Yes
• Effective on: Spray paint, marker pen, household gloss paint, printing inks
• Application method: Trigger spray or open bucket
• Working time: 10–30 seconds (longer for thicker build-up)
• Compatible surfaces: Metal, plastic-coated metal, glass, polycarbonate, all non-porous surfaces