CRC RE-PO Cutting Compound is designed to remove heavily weathered layers of paintwork and for restoring poor surfaces.It is also removes imperfections, old waxes, tar and scratches. After using RE-PO Cutting Compound, surfaces should be polished with CRC RE-PO Cream Polish.RE-PO Cutting Compound contains a high quality, specially selected abrasive that is ideally suited for hand rubbing applications.Not recommended for paintwork in good condition, or on newer cars with metallic paint or clear coat finishes.