Pure EZ cleans both alkyd and hydrocarbon thermoplastic and is a safe alternative to hazardous petroleum-based degreasers or harsh alkaline cleaners. It utilizes an emulsifiable formula that penetrates deposits fast, which allows the dirt and residue to be rinsed away with water. Simply soak the equipment, and within hours it is ready to be rinsed with water and reused. It quickly dissolves thermoplastic layer by layer, leaving the equipment clean of buildup without the need for scraping or brushing that is required by conventional solvents. It is lighter than water, so the heavier thermoplastic settles out.