{"product_id":"cci-iw18-ink-degradent-5-gallon","title":"CCI IW18 Ink Degradent - 5 Gallon","description":"\u003csection class=\"spsi-product-copy\" aria-label=\"Product Description\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-product-card\"\u003e\n\n    \u003ch2 class=\"spsi-title\"\u003e\n      High-solvency, water-soluble multi-purpose screen wash and ink degradent engineered to remove plastisol, water-based, solvent-based, poster, UV, and vinyl inks while helping eliminate ink stains and ghost images from screen mesh.\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"spsi-subtitle\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-block\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        The \u003cstrong\u003eCCI IW-18 Ink Degradent\u003c\/strong\u003e is a professional multi-purpose, water-soluble screen wash formulated for effective ink removal and screen reclaiming. Its high-solvency formula is highly effective on \u003cstrong\u003eplastisol, water-based, multi-purpose solvent-based, poster, UV, and vinyl screen printing inks\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a versatile cleaning chemistry for textile, graphic, and industrial screen printing applications.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-block\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        IW-18 is designed to remove ink residue while helping protect screen mesh from deep staining and ghost images caused by the printed image. Reducing these stains during the cleaning process can make complete screen reclamation easier and help extend the useful life of screen printing mesh.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-block\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        In addition to routine ink removal, IW-18 is an effective \u003cstrong\u003eplastisol ink haze and ghost-image remover\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its aggressive cleaning action attacks image stains remaining in the mesh while maintaining a non-corrosive, mesh-safe formulation.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-block\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        IW-18 is especially effective on \u003cstrong\u003edried-in water-based inks\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping dissolve stubborn dried ink on contact. This makes it useful for shops working with both conventional plastisol inks and water-based printing systems where dried ink can be particularly difficult to remove from screen mesh.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-block\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        The versatile formula can be used in \u003cstrong\u003erecirculating screen wash systems, dip tanks, immersion cleaning processes, and automatic screen reclaiming machines\u003c\/strong\u003e. It can also be applied manually using a scrub pad, spray bottle, or pneumatic pump system.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-block\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        For applications where full-strength chemistry is not required, IW-18 can be \u003cstrong\u003ediluted with up to 50% water\u003c\/strong\u003e. The concentration can also be adjusted for compatible automated screen washing equipment depending on the cleaning requirements of the application.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-block\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        With its combination of \u003cstrong\u003elow odor, high solvency, high load capacity, high flash point, and non-flammable formulation\u003c\/strong\u003e, IW-18 is well suited for professional screen rooms processing screens on a regular basis. The product is also formulated without \u003cstrong\u003eAlkylphenol Ethoxylates (APEO) or Nonylphenol Ethoxylates (NPEO)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-accordion\"\u003e\n\n      \u003c!-- Dropdown: Features --\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-accordion-trigger\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"spsi-arrow\"\u003e▼\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-accordion-content\"\u003e\n        \u003cul class=\"spsi-list\"\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eWater-soluble multi-purpose screen wash and ink degradent\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eHighly effective on plastisol inks\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eEffective on water-based inks\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eSuitable for multi-purpose solvent-based inks\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eEffective on poster inks\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eSuitable for UV screen printing inks\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eEffective on vinyl screen printing inks\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eExtremely effective on dried-in water-based ink\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eHelps dissolve stubborn dried ink on contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eHelps reduce deep staining and ghost images in screen mesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eExcellent plastisol ink haze and ghost-image remover\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eAggressively removes image stains from mesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eLow-odor formulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eHigh solvency for effective ink removal\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eHigh load capacity helps reduce chemical usage\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eHigh flash point\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eNon-flammable\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eNon-corrosive\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eMesh-safe formulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eCan be diluted with up to 50% water\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eExcellent for automated screen washing systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eCompatible with recirculating screen wash systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eSuitable for dip tanks and immersion cleaning\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eSuitable for automatic reclaiming machines\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eCan be applied manually with a scrub pad or non-abrasive brush\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eCan be applied using a spray bottle or pneumatic pump system\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eDoes not contain Alkylphenol Ethoxylates (APEO)\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eDoes not contain Nonylphenol Ethoxylates (NPEO)\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003c!-- Dropdown: Specifications --\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-accordion-trigger\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"spsi-arrow\"\u003e▼\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-accordion-content spsi-specs\"\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eCCI – Chemical Consultants, Inc.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eIW-18\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eInk Degradent \/ Multi-Purpose Screen Wash\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eForm\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eLiquid\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eSolubility\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eWater Soluble\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003ePrimary Application\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eScreen Printing Ink Removal and Screen Reclaiming\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eCompatible Ink Types\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003ePlastisol, Water-Based, Solvent-Based, Poster, UV, and Vinyl Inks\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eDried Water-Based Ink Removal\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eYes\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eHaze Removal\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eYes – Effective on Plastisol Ink Haze \/ Ghost Images\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eApplication Methods\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eManual, Recirculating System, Dip Tank, Immersion Cleaning, and Automatic Reclaiming\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eManual Application\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eScrub Pad, Non-Abrasive Brush, Spray Bottle, or Pneumatic Pump System\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eDilution\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eCan Be Diluted Up to 50% With Water\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eOdor\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eLow Odor\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eSolvency\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eLoad Capacity\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eFlash Point\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eFlammability\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eNon-Flammable\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eCorrosive\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eNo\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eMesh Safe\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eYes\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eAPEO Free\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eYes\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eNPEO Free\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eYes\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003e1 Gallon, Case of 4 x 1 Gallons, 5 Gallon Pail, and 55 Gallon Drum\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003c!-- Dropdown: Usage Tips --\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-accordion-trigger\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan\u003eUsage Tips\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"spsi-arrow\"\u003e▼\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-accordion-content\"\u003e\n        \u003cul class=\"spsi-list\"\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eCard or scrape excessive ink from the screen before applying IW-18 to reduce chemical consumption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eFor manual sink cleaning, apply IW-18 to the ink side of the screen and agitate the ink on both sides using a non-abrasive scrub brush or pad.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eThoroughly rinse all ink and chemical residue from the screen using high-pressure water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eWhen pressure washing, work from the bottom of the screen upward to help prevent loosened ink from locking back onto the mesh during rinsing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eFor haze and ghost-image removal, first remove the ink and emulsion, then apply IW-18 to both sides of the screen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eScrub both sides with a non-abrasive brush or pad and allow the chemistry to work for a few minutes, with dwell time adjusted according to the severity of the stain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eHigh-pressure rinse the screen thoroughly after haze removal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eFor recirculating systems, IW-18 can be continuously recirculated until the chemistry becomes excessively contaminated with solids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eUsed chemistry may be filtered and reused when appropriate for the cleaning process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eIW-18 can be diluted with up to 50% water when full-strength chemistry is not required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eAdjust dilution strength in compatible automated screen washers according to ink type, contamination level, and cleaning requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eAlways follow current manufacturer instructions and applicable safety procedures when handling screen cleaning chemicals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003c!-- Dropdown: Data Sheets --\u003e\n      \u003c!--\n      \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-accordion-trigger\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan\u003eData Sheets\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"spsi-arrow\"\u003e▼\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-accordion-content\"\u003e\n        \u003cul class=\"spsi-datasheet-list\"\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n            \u003ca href=\"#\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"spsi-datasheet-link\"\u003e\n              \u003cspan\u003e📄\u003c\/span\u003e Technical Data Sheet\n            \u003c\/a\u003e\n          \u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n            \u003ca href=\"#\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"spsi-datasheet-link\"\u003e\n              \u003cspan\u003e📄\u003c\/span\u003e Safety Data Sheet\n            \u003c\/a\u003e\n          \u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      --\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-footer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        Questions? Need help selecting the right screen wash, reclaiming chemistry, or screen printing supplies?\n        \u003cstrong\u003eFeel free to live chat with us if you have any questions.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Chemical Consultants (CCI)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44351055724724,"sku":"CCI-IW18-5G","price":183.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0513\/2635\/3588\/files\/CCI_IW-18-5-Gal_8f8ccd76-d92a-47b2-8b67-dc7588d7eaa4.webp?v=1787255409","url":"https:\/\/spsi.com\/products\/cci-iw18-ink-degradent-5-gallon","provider":"SPSI Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}