Pretreatment Solutions

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A premier partner for pretreatment products

Initiate next-layer performance with exceptional corrosion protection and paint adhesion.

PPG is a leading provider of pretreatment products and integrated solutions that enhance, strengthen and protect metal substrates.

We were the first, and still one of the few, global coatings suppliers to offer a complete line of pretreatment products such as multi-metal safe cleaners, ambient temperature cleaners, iron, zinc, and ambient temperature phosphates, as well as thin film treatments.

Our integrated surface preparation, surface treatment and engineered products are designed to meet the demands of various application methods, substrates and end uses.

PPG's technical expertise and innovations are trusted by top OEMs to deliver exceptional corrosion protection and paint adhesion for a wide variety of products in the appliance, consumer electronics and industrial equipment.

Colorful pie chart illustrating benefits of PPG pretreatment products, including superior corrosion protection, enhanced coating adhesion, trusted by top OEMs, and up to 80% reduced sludge.

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Driver standing in front of a truck coated by PPG paints to extend the life of the long-haul vehicle with corrosion protection.