Synperonic A7 is widely and successfully used for a variety of conservation processes as a detergent and wetting agent. Synperonic A7 is a 100% active alcohol ethoxylate that is used for the removal of tar and ground-in grime. In conservation it has also been used as a wetting agent and to eradicate ground-in stains on a variety of substrates including textiles, paper, chinaware and porcelain. Synperonic A7 is readily biodegradable.