Vantage BIOACT™ 280/E is a high-performance, bio-based precision cleaner formulated specifically for the thorough extraction of masking waxes and fixturing compounds within the aerospace and surface finishing industries. Engineered by Vantage Specialties at their ISO 9001 certified manufacturing site, this advanced formulation delivers an exceptional bath life of 18 to 24+ months, ensuring maximum process efficiency and chemical longevity. BIOACT 280/E serves as a direct, environmentally responsible replacement for hazardous chlorinated solvents such as perchloroethylene (PERC) and trichloroethylene (TCE), as well as traditional hot oil stripping products. Its powerful solvency easily breaks down rigid platers wax barriers, leaving sensitive aerospace components completely residue-free.

Technical Specifications & Cross-References

• Manufacturer: Vantage Specialties, Inc
• Product Line: BIOACT® 280/E Wax Remover
• Chemical Base: High-Purity Bio-Based Solvents
• Physical State: Liquid Concentrate
• Bath Longevity: 18-24+ Months optimal bath life
• Environmental Substitutions: Replaces perchloroethylene (PERC), trichloroethylene (TCE), and hot oil systems

Approved Specifications & OEM Conformance:

• The Boeing Company: Approved under Boeing D6-17487 (BSS 7432) structural compliance parameters
• Pratt & Whitney: Approved and qualified to PMC 8913 specifications
• Rolls-Royce: Approved under CSS/OMat standard specifications
• GE Aviation: Formally approved for aircraft propulsion component maintenance
• Honeywell Aerospace: Qualified for system and precision electronics cleaning
• CFM International: Approved for turbine compressor and core component lines
• International Aero Engines (IAE): Formally approved for fleet powerplant overhaul
• United Airlines: Cleared for global commercial airframe MRO operations
• Williams International: Approved for tactical and small gas turbine maintenance

Key Features & Aviation Benefits

• Extended Bath Lifetime Efficiency: Outlasts conventional chemical cleaners by maintaining full soil-loading performance and solvency action for 18 to 24+ months of continuous usage.
• Direct Drop-In Hazard Elimination: Successfully replaces toxic chlorinated solvents (TCE/PERC) and messy hot oil setups, providing a much cleaner and safer facility footprint.
• Nose-to-Tail Material Compatibility: Thoroughly evaluated to be safe on complex aerospace substrates, including high-strength alloys and sensitive thermal barrier surfaces.
• Rapid Masking Wax Dissolution: Penetrates, breaks down, and liquefies high-melting-point microcrystalline plating waxes (such as AeroWax HT) without mechanical scrubbing.
• EHS Trend Optimization: Formulated by in-house regulatory teams to ensure low operator health exposure and easy wastewater disposal profiling in compliance with global standards.

Typical Applications

• Post-Plating Wax Removal: Extensively utilized in heated immersion soak tanks to chemically strip temporary stop-off masking wax from engine components following electrochemical deposition.
• Fixturing Compound Cleaning: Ideal for cleaning and degreasing residual holding waxes and temporary structural bonding matrices off precision machined components.
• MRO Depot Component Overhaul: The standard aerospace choice for cleaning turbine hardware, landing gear brackets, and specialized engine subassemblies under global OEM protocols.

• All in-stock orders are processed within 1–2 business days (excluding weekends and holidays) after receiving your order confirmation email.
• Orders with a lead time will ship according to the estimated shipping time shown on the product page.
• If we experience a high volume of orders or if an item is backordered, processing times may be slightly delayed. We will notify you promptly via email.

• Returns and damage claims must be made within a maximum of 3 business days after receiving the product, with prior authorization from Aircraft Shop Supply (Return Material Authorization - RMA). Returns without prior notice or written authorization will not be accepted. We strongly recommend inspecting the product upon delivery; many products require special storage conditions for which we are not responsible once they arrive to the client's facility. Please review the product's SDS for proper storage and handling.
• For products with 3 to 6 months of remaining shelf life, claims must be made within the next 2 business days after receipt.
• Returns are not accepted for products with less than 3 months of remaining shelf life.
• Returns are not accepted for products purchased during a low Shelf Life promotion, items sold with discounts, or special orders that must be placed directly with the factory.
• The customer is responsible for the return shipping cost, except in cases where the return is due to an error on the part of Aircraft Shop Supply.
• Refunds will only be issued after the product has been inspected and no damage is found.
• A 25% Restocking Fee will be charged for returns of products in good condition that are either no longer needed or were ordered incorrectly.
• A 35% Restocking Fee will be charged for returns of products with one year or less of remaining shelf life.
• No Restocking Fee will be charged if Aircraft Shop Supply is responsible for incorrectly shipping a product, or if the order is damaged upon leaving the warehouse.
• Hazardous Materials & Dangerous Goods: These items are sold as final and are not eligible for return approval.

At Aircraft Shop Supply, we are committed to shipping the highest quality and freshest product possible. To ensure efficient stock rotation and meet aviation industry standards, our inventory management is governed by the following policy:

1. Scope of Application
All Sales Channels: This policy applies to all orders processed by Aircraft Shop Supply, including but not limited to: website purchases, direct email orders, formal Purchase Orders (POs), phone orders, and contract agreements.

2. Inventory Management (FIFO)
All products with an expiration date are managed and shipped on a strict "First In – First Out" (FIFO) basis.

3. Minimum Shipping Margin
Standard Guarantee: We will not ship any products with fewer than 30 days of use remaining (days before expiration), unless previously coordinated and agreed upon with the customer.

No Automatic Guarantees: Outside of this 30-day minimum margin, Aircraft Shop Supply does not make any automatic guarantee as to the specific length of time remaining on any shelf-life item for standard orders.

4. Special Customer Requirements
We understand that certain projects, maintenance schedules, or regulatory standards require strict specifications. If your order has specific shelf-life requirements, please proceed as follows:

How to Request: If you require a specific Date of Manufacture (DOM), Date of Expiration (DOE), or a specific minimum shelf-life percentage (%), you must clearly state this requirement:

In the Comments/Notes section when placing an online order.

Explicitly written on your Purchase Order (PO) or quote request email for offline orders.

Validation Process: Once your requirement is received:

We will ship your order if the available stock matches your specifications.

If we do not have the exact batch, we will contact you prior to shipping with the shelf-life percentage (%) or dates we have available for your acceptance.

5. Limitation of Liability and Validity of Information
To ensure transparency and manage expectations, the following terms and conditions apply:

Time-Limited Validity: Any information provided by our team regarding the remaining shelf-life percentage (%) is valid only at the exact time the inquiry is made. Due to high inventory turnover, availability is subject to change without prior notice.

Informational Purposes Only: Shelf-life data provided by Aircraft Shop Supply is strictly for informational purposes and reflects the availability at the moment of inquiry. It does not constitute a batch reservation or a product warranty.

Supply Chain Liability Exclusion: Aircraft Shop Supply is not responsible for the time elapsed or any product expiration that occurs after the order has been prepared and packed. This includes, but is not limited to: the time between order placement, carrier transit times, intermediary storage, customs delays, and final delivery to the end user. It is the customer's responsibility to account for these logistical lead times within their planning.