Product Data Sheet HEMPEL Trust is earned Hempel’s Cruising Performer 7168E Product characteristics Description Hempel's Cruising Performer is a high performance, self-polishing antifouling providing excellent protection all season. Recommended use For use as an antifouling for boats of glass fibre, wood, plywood and steel. Do not use on aluminium or other light-alloy metals. Risk of corrosion in case of direct contact. Features - High mechanical strength for excellent crack resistance. - Great colour retention all season. Product data Product code 7168E Standard shade* / code Grey 12400 Gloss Semi-flat Product safety Flash point 36°C [97°F] Legislation Value VOC values may vary with shade, please consult the Safety Data Sheet, section 9. Handle with care. Before and during use, observe safety labels on packaging and paint containers and follow all local and national safety regulations. Always consult Hempel's Safety Data Sheet for this product along with the Product Data Sheet. Specific gravity 1.9 kg/L [16 lb/US gal] Reference dry film thickness 40 micron [1.6 mils] Cleanliness - Remove salts, detergents, contaminants and marine growth by high pressure fresh water cleaning. - Uncoated surface: Prime prepared surface with Hempel's Light Primer and apply a tiecoat of Hempel's Underwater Primer whilst the surface is still tacky. - Existing old self-polishing or traditional antifouling: Remove loose matter and contaminants by high pressure fresh water cleaning. - Existing old hard matrix antifouling or an unknown antifouling: High pressure fresh water clean, wet abrade, remove dust. - If condition of previous antifouling is poor, seal with 1 coat of Hempel's Underwater Primer. - If previous antifouling is in general bad condition, it is recommended to remove previous coats and prime before applying antifouling. Issued by Hempel A/S - December 2025 1/3 There might be a slight difference in colour from batch to batch. Mix before painting.

Product Data Sheet HEMPEL Trust is earned Hempel's Cruising Performer 7168E Application Hempel's Thinner 08080 Hempel's Thinner 808 08081 Product compatibility - Previous coat: Recommended products are: Hempel's Light Primer, Hempel's Underwater Primer - Subsequent coat: None. Drying time Application method If the vessel is regularly used at speeds above 20 knots, it is recommended to apply 3 coats of antifouling. Keep thinning at an absolute minimum. Film thickness Dry film thickness 40 micron [1.6 mils] Wet film thickness 67 micron [2.7 mils] Theoretical spreading rate 15 m2/L [611 sq ft/US...

Product Data Sheet HEMPEL Trust is earned Hempel's Cruising Performer 7168E Storage Shelf life Shelf life from date of production, when stored in original, unopened containers. Thereafter, the product quality must be re-inspected. Storage at elevated temperatures may reduce shelf life. For advice, please consult Hempel. Storage conditions - Product must be stored according to local legislation, at minimum 5°C [41°F], without direct sunlight and protected from rain and snow. - The product must be stored in accordance with Safety Data Sheet, label and local regulations. Keep the containers in a...