3M™ Rubbing Compound (Yellow) – Product Overview

3M™ Rubbing Compound is a medium-cut liquid compound designed for use on automotive paint surfaces. It is formulated to remove sanding scratches created by P1200 grit (or finer) abrasives and can also help remove minor imperfections on painted surfaces.

Key Benefits

• Medium-cut liquid compound for automotive paint correction.
• Removes sanding scratches from P1200 grit or finer abrasives.
• Intermediate-grade compound that can also remove minor imperfections on painted surfaces.
• Works best when used with 3M™ wool polishing bonnets or 3M™ foam polishing bonnets.

Recommended Use

• Surface: automotive painted surfaces.
• Best pairing: use with 3M™ wool or 3M™ foam polishing bonnets/pads for best results.
• Process tip: always do a small test spot first and follow the product label / shop process.

3M™ Rubbing Compound (Yellow) – Specifications

FAQ

• What cut level is it? It’s described as a medium-cut liquid compound.
• What sanding marks is it designed to remove? Scratches from P1200 grit or finer abrasives.
• What pads/bonnets work best? 3M recommends wool or foam polishing bonnets.