3M™ Novec™ Phase-Out: Running Low on Stock? EnviroTech Europe Supply Direct Replacements

Update Media GroupJune 24, 2026Comments Off

The 3M™ Novec™ phase-out is now in full effect, with 3M™ having officially discontinued its Novec™ Engineered Fluids in December 2025. For companies in electronics, aerospace, medical devices, and precision engineering, this has meant disrupted supply chains, rising costs, and a search for alternatives. EnviroTech Europe supplies ProSolv^® Direct Replacements, including PFAS-free and standard vapour degreasing solvents, designed to keep your precision cleaning processes running without disruption. If you haven’t yet found a reliable long-term replacement, now is the time to resolve that.

The Novec™ Phase-Out: The Situation Today

Final orders for most 3M™ Novec™ grades closed on 31st March 2025, with supply ceasing entirely by 31st December 2025. Six months on, the impact is being felt across the industry:

Remaining stocks have largely dried up, with availability now extremely limited.
Prices for any remaining inventory have climbed sharply.
Businesses still reliant on Novec™ processes face growing operational risk.

The phase-out is complete. The question now isn’t whether to transition, it’s how quickly you can do it well.

ProSolv^® Direct Replacements – Engineered for a Seamless Switch

EnviroTech Europe developed this range specifically to meet this moment. Formulated as chemically precise, drop-in alternatives for all Novec™ grades, ProSolv^®solvents are designed to slot into your existing processes without disruption:

Performance parity – matching cleaning power, non-flammability, GWP and ODP profiles.
No equipment changes required – fully compatible with existing vapour degreasing systems.
Proven in transition – already adopted by companies across multiple sectors since the phase-out.

Future-Proof Your Process with PFAS-Free Solvents

For businesses using this transition as an opportunity to future-proof their processes, EnviroTech Europe offers ProSolv^® 5408e, a next-generation, PFAS-free solvent that aligns with tightening global regulations and evolving sustainability commitments. It delivers zero ODP (Ozone Depletion Potential) and a GWP (Global Warming Potential) of less than 1, without compromising on performance.

ProSolv^® 5408e has been independently evaluated across a rigorous set of testing standards, including:

Flash Point – ASTM D3828 and ASTM D93
Flammable Limits – ASTM E918
Stock Loss – ARP1755B
IGA Intergranular attack.
Stress Corrosion of Titanium Alloys – ASTM F945-12
Hydrogen Embrittlement – ASTM F519-17a

From First Assessment to Full Transition

EnviroTech Europe backs the ProSolv^® Direct Replacements line with hands-on support to make your switch as smooth as possible, with free on-site assessments, cleaning trials, sample materials and technical consultations. Long-term supply stability is guaranteed through UK-based manufacturing and a global distributor network.

Your Next Steps: Secure Supply, Minimise Risk

If the December deadline caught your business mid-transition or if you’re still evaluating options, there’s a clear path forward:

Review your current Novec™ inventory.
Contact EnviroTech Europe for an on-site assessment or to claim your free product trial.
Evaluate ProSolv^® matches – including standard and PFAS-Free blends.
Run qualifying trials to confirm fit with your specific application.
Switch to the appropriate ProSolv^® alternative and enjoy a seamless change from 3M.

Your Partner Through the Transition

EnviroTech Europe’s team is ready to assess your specific process, identify the right ProSolv^®match, and get you moving forward with confidence.

ProSolv^® Direct Replacementsdeliver performance-equivalent alternatives to 3M™ Novec™, backed by full technical support and long-term supply stability, so you can protect your precision-cleaning processes and secure your supply chain for the long term.

Visit www.envirotech-europe.com/3m-novec-replacements for full product information.

For advice please telephone us on +44 (0) 20 8942 9177 or use our website contact form.

All vapour degreasing products are supplied and supported by EnviroTech Europe Ltd. Manufactured in the United Kingdom and available on short delivery times through our dedicated team of distributors worldwide.