Chemtools Straight Cutting Compound is a high performance, non-staining oil based solvent made from refined mineral oils. Chemtools Straight Cutting Compound is formulated from solvent refined mineral oil and specialized, high performance extreme pressure (EP) additives. For overall performance straight cutting compound contains corrosion inhibitors and extreme pressure lubricants. It can be used on a range of metal types inclusive of yellow metals. It also contains polymer chemistry to minimize misting.