Hempel Mille NCT Antifouling

Hempel Mille NCT Antifouling is a high-performance, self-polishing solution specially developed for the protection of boats. Thanks to Hempel's patented binder technology, it offers excellent fouling protection and colour stability throughout the season.

Application areas

• Suitable for boats made of GRP, wood, steel and aluminium (aluminium hulls must be suitably primed).

Surface pre-treatment

A thorough cleaning is required before application:

• Remove salts, cleaning agents, dirt and marine growth with high-pressure fresh water.

New construction

• Uncoated surface: Prime with Hempel's Light Primer and then apply Hempel's Underwater Primer while the surface is still tacky.


• Alternatively: Prime with Hempel's Premium Primer and apply a coat of Hempel's Pro Tiecoat.

Maintenance and repairs

• Old antifouling: Remove loose material and contamination with a high-pressure cleaner.


• If the old layer is in poor condition: Remove previous layers and prime the surface before applying the antifouling.


• If the coat is poor: Seal with a coat of Hempel's Underwater Primer or use Hempel's Pro Tiecoat.

Application instructions

• Thinner: Hempel's Thinner 08080.


• Cleaner: Hempel's Thinner 08080 and Hempel's Thinner 808 08081.


• Application method: Brush/roller or paint pad with maximum 5% thinner.


• At speeds above 20 knots: 3 coats of antifouling are recommended.

Film thickness and coverage

• Recommended dry film thickness: 40 microns [1.6 mils].


• Wet film thickness: 68 microns [2.7 mils].


• Theoretical coverage: 15 m²/L [611 sq ft/US gal].

Application conditions

• Apply to a clean and dry surface that is more than 3°C [5°F] above the dew point.


• Keep relative humidity below 85% during application.

Important notes

• Antifouling with copper content must not come into electrical contact with aluminium hulls and other aluminium components.


• Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and face and eye protection during application.