Noxon 7

Description

[Reckitt Benckiser] A registered trademark for a brass cleaner. Noxon® 7 contains an abrasive polishing compound in an ammonia-based gel. Ammoniated cleaners are not recommended for museum objects.

Synonyms and Related Terms

Noxon 7 (sp)

Hazards and Safety

Reacts with silver. May dissolve paint and varnish.

Causes stress corrosion cracking of brass coated iron and hardened brass.

Additional Information

J. Moss "Ammoniated Cleaning Solutions" British Horological Institute Journal, August 1997, online at www.antiqueclockconservation.com

Sources Checked for Data in Record

• Marie Svoboda, Conservation Survey Index, unpublished, 1997

• Website address 1 Comment: J. Moss "Ammoniated Cleaning Solutions" online at http://www.antiqueclockconservation.com/scc.htm