Ink (Ballpoint)

Stain: Can be any color, usually blue, absorbed

Contains: Basic or soluble aniline dyes, insoluble organic solvents, oils, resins, gums, binding agents such as shellac, varnish, or petroleum

  • Apply dry cleaning solvent.
  • Apply POG, blot.
  • • Apply dry cleaning solvent and blot.
  • Apply amyl acetate, if available, or acetone (except on acetate fibers).
  • If a stain remains, apply rust remover or oxalic acid solution.
  • Bleaching (or professional stripping) may be necessary.