When used properly, BIC products will perform without difficulty. However, in the unusual instance when there is a concern, consider the following helpful hints:

• Ballpoint Pen Ink Removal Tips

For ballpoint ink we recommend an alcohol-based hair spray. The alcohol content in the hair spray will break up the ink.

If the ink is on clothing, saturate the item with hair spray. Be sure to place an absorbent paper towel or rag under the stain to catch the excess ink. You then need to blot the stain with a rag. Repeat this process until the stain is removed, then launder as usual.

If the ink is on anything other than clothing, spray the hair spray directly on the stain and then wipe off with a clean paper towel or rag. You might need to do this a few times depending on the size of the stain.

A word of caution before trying any of the methods suggested: some surfaces and fabrics may be damaged by the hair spray solution. If in doubt, test on a "hidden" area first.

• Roller and Brite Liner® Ink Removal Tips

Our Roller and Brite Liner inks are water-based and we recommend trying an all-purpose cleaner instead of hair spray.

If the ink is on clothing, saturate the item with the all-purpose cleaner. Be sure to place an absorbent paper towel or rag under the stain to catch the excess ink. You then need to blot the stain with a rag. Repeat this process until the stain is removed, then launder as usual.

If the ink is on anything other than clothing, spray the all-purpose cleaner directly on the stain and then wipe off with a clean paper towel or rag. You might need to do this a few times depending on the size of the stain.

A word of caution before trying any of the methods suggested: some surfaces and fabrics may be damaged by the all-purpose cleaners. If in doubt, test on a "hidden" area first and follow the manufacturer's directions.

• Wite-Out® Brand Correction Fluid Removal Tips

After the Wite-Out® correction fluid dries, scratch most of the spill off with your fingernail or the edge of a coin.

Wite-Out correction fluid can be removed from your hands with an abrasive soap or a soap containing pumice. Nail polish remover can also be used as long as you read and follow the manufacturer's directions on the label and use appropriate caution.

BIC Water-Base correction fluid is a water-based fluid and should come out with soap and water in the washing machine. If you prefer to go to the dry cleaners, tell them it is a water-based paint.

The following Wite-Out® Brand formulas are petroleum-based: for Everything®, Quick Dry, Super Smooth, Extra Coverage, Multi-Purpose and the Wite-Out® Brand Correction Pen. Mineral spirits or citrus-based cleaners will dissolve these correction fluids. If you have spilled one of these formulas on clothing that is "dry clean only", tell your dry cleaner that it is a solvent-based paint so they can treat the stain accordingly.

A word of caution before trying any of the methods suggested: mineral spirits can take out color and/or ruin varnish. If in doubt, test on a "hidden" area first. If you decide to try a citrus-based cleaner, please follow the manufacturer's directions on the label carefully and also test on a "hidden" area first.

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