3M detail compound 308 removes heavy oxidation, coarse scratches and stains. This compound produces a medium gloss, fine swirl mark finish on all types of automotive paints. Time has a way of robbing a vehicle of its original beauty as surface blemishes occur. But now you can reverse the ill effects of heavy oxidation, scratches and stain with 3M detail compound 308. The defects that diminish the beauty of your vehicle will disappear, replaced instead by a medium gloss, fine swirl mark finish on all types of automotive paint. 3M detail compound 308 is a fast cutting compound. Please avoid applying in direct sunlight or onto a hot surface.