3M 7000000340 Rubbing Compound 1 Gallon

Product Description

The 3M 7000000340 is a medium-cutting paste rubbing compound designed to remove sand scratches and restore a fine, high-gloss finish on automotive paint. It is formulated to produce minimal compound swirl marks during machine buffing, making it a practical choice for body shop technicians and detailing professionals who need consistent results without excessive correction work afterward. At 11.02 pounds per gallon container, it is sized for shop use where throughput and repeatability matter.

This compound is suited for use on automotive exterior painted surfaces where light to moderate surface defects such as sand scratches and oxidation need to be cut back before final polishing. It is intended for professional body shop and detailing environments and is applied by machine buffer. The 3M Perfect-It Foam Compounding Pad, part number 05723, is the recommended application pad for use with this compound.

Key Features

• Medium-cutting paste formula removes sand scratches from automotive paint
• Produces minimal compound swirl marks during buffing
• Buffs out to a high-gloss finish, reducing follow-up polishing steps
• Gallon container sized for professional shop volume use
• Recommended for use with 3M Perfect-It Foam Compounding Pad 05723

Compatibility

Designed for use on automotive painted surfaces requiring medium cutting action. Recommended for use with 3M Perfect-It Foam Compounding Pad, part number 05723.

Installation Notes

Applied by automotive detailing and body shop technicians using a machine buffer. Power down and secure the vehicle before beginning surface correction work. Follow manufacturer pad and speed recommendations for the buffer to avoid heat buildup on the paint surface. Dispose of used compound and pads in accordance with local regulations.

Technical Specifications

• Weight: 11.02 pounds
• Container Size: 1 gallon
• Consistency: Paste
• Cut Level: Medium
• UPC: 00051131059832
• Unit of Measure: Each
• Minimum Order Quantity: 4

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7000000340