Scotch Magic tape

Scotch Magic (TM) Tape

Description

[3M, St Paul, MN] A registered trademark for a series of adhesive tapes. Scotch Magic tapes have a Cellulose acetate substrate with an Acrylic adhesive. It is available as either a frosted (#810) or transparent tape (#800). Acetone will dissolve the carrier.

Synonyms and Related Terms

Scotch Magic Mending tape

FTIR

Risks

• Yellows and becomes brittle with age. May be difficult to remove.

Resources and Citations

• Soluble in acetone.

Resources and Citations

• 3M: Scotch Adhesive products

• Pam Hatchfield, Pollutants in the Museum Environment, Archetype Press, London, 2002

• Ceramics and Glass Conservation Section, List of Workshop Materials, The British Museum, London