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 solvents and standard vapour degreasing solvents, designed to keep 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.
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