--- product_id: 353013380 title: "303® Compound - Step 1" brand: "303 products" price: "AR$134019" currency: ARS in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "303 Products" url: https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/353013380-303-compound-step-1 store_origin: AR region: Argentina --- # Safe on gel coat & automotive paint Removes up to 1500 grit scratches Use by hand, rotary or DA polisher 303® Compound - Step 1 **Brand:** 303 products **Price:** AR$134019 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ✨ Cut through the chaos, reveal perfection ⚙️ ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 303® Compound - Step 1 by 303 products - **How much does it cost?** AR$134019 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.ar](https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/353013380-303-compound-step-1) ## Best For - 303 products enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted 303 products brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Versatile Application:** Works by hand or machine for precision or power - • **Advanced Abrasive Tech:** Cuts fast with low dust & easy wipe cleanup - • **Color & Clarity Revival:** Restores vibrant, mirror-like finish beneath damaged layers - • **Heavy-Duty Defect Eliminator:** Eradicates deep scratches, swirls & oxidation for a flawless base - • **Pro-Grade Silicone-Free Formula:** Trusted in body shops, safe on all paint & gel coat surfaces ## Overview 303 Step 1 Compound is a professional-grade heavy cut polishing compound designed to remove severe paint defects including 1500 grit sanding marks, oxidation, and deep scratches on cars and boats. Its advanced aluminum oxide abrasive formula is silicone-free, safe for all paint and gel coat surfaces, and compatible with hand or machine application, delivering a clean, vibrant finish as the essential first step in surface restoration. ## Description Product Description Excellent, here is a product description for 303 Step 1 Compound, tailored for an desertcart UK listing. Product Title: 303 Step 1 Compound - Heavy Cut Scratch & Swirl Remover for Cars & Boats - Removes Heavy Oxidation & 1000 Grit Sanding Marks - for Gel Coat & Car Paint Restoration - 12 fl oz (355ml) Key Features (About this item): ⚫️ REMOVES HEAVY DEFECTS: The essential first step for serious surface restoration. This heavy-duty compound is engineered to eliminate deep scratches, severe swirl marks, 1000-grit sanding marks, heavy oxidation, and stubborn water spots from your vehicle's paint or boat's gel coat. ✨ RESTORES DEEP COLOUR & CLARITY: Effectively cuts through the dull, damaged top layer to reveal the vibrant, rich colour beneath. 303 Step 1 Compound is the perfect solution for bringing heavily weathered and neglected surfaces back to life, creating a clean foundation for polishing. 🔬 ADVANCED ABRASIVE TECHNOLOGY: Formulated with state-of-the-art engineered abrasives that cut quickly and efficiently to level the surface, then break down to leave a surprisingly refined finish. The low-dusting, easy-wipe formula makes cleanup a breeze. ✅ BODY SHOP SAFE FORMULA: Trusted by professionals, this compound is completely silicone-free, making it safe for use in professional body shops and painting environments. Safe and effective on all fibreglass, gel coat, and automotive paint finishes. 1️⃣ THE ESSENTIAL FIRST STEP: For a flawless, mirror-like finish, this is the crucial starting point. Designed to be used before 303 Step 2 Polish, it prepares the surface for final refinement, ensuring you achieve the best possible results before applying your chosen wax or sealant. Product Description: The Ultimate Solution for Serious Paint and Gel Coat Correction. Is your boat's hull looking chalky and faded? Does your car's paint suffer from deep scratches and swirls that a simple polish can't fix? When your surfaces need more than just a light polish, you need the heavy-duty cutting power of 303 Step 1 Compound. Professional Grade Power for a Flawless Foundation. Designed for both professional detailers and serious enthusiasts, 303 Step 1 Compound is the most aggressive first step in the 303 surface restoration system. Its advanced abrasive technology quickly and safely removes severe defects, including heavy oxidation, acid rain etchings, and sanding marks. It levels the damaged surface, revealing the true colour and clarity underneath and creating the perfect, smooth canvas required for a truly stunning finish. Unlike old-school, gritty compounds, our formula is engineered to be efficient and clean. It cuts fast with minimal dusting and is easy to wipe away, saving you time and effort. Because it's completely silicone-free, you can use it with confidence in any environment without fear of contamination. How to Use: For best results, apply with a machine polisher (Dual Action or Rotary) using a suitable cutting pad. It can also be used by hand for smaller, isolated scratches. Don't just hide defects—eliminate them. Start with 303 Step 1 Compound, follow with 303 Step 2 Polish to maximise gloss, and seal with your favourite protectant to lock in a brilliant, long-lasting shine. Safety Warning Avoid Contact With Eyes. Review: I have a 2008 auto with faded paint and normal issues for an older car. That being said this product did and excellent job of making the car look 100 percent better. It left a glass like finish. I would recommend this product for sure. Review: WORKS FOR WHAT I NEEDED ## Features - Causes serious eye irritation. - Causes skin irritation. - May cause an allergic skin reaction. - ~ Strong and effective paint compound - ~ Removes up to 1500 grit scratches - ~ Use on both single stage and base clear paint systems - ~ Can be used by hand, Rotary or DA polisher - ~ Engineered to eliminate the most severe defects ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07PPXBX5Q | | Best Sellers Rank | 337,243 in Business, Industry & Science ( See Top 100 in Business, Industry & Science ) 209 in Polishing Compounds | | Brand | 303 Products | | Compatible Material | Painted Surfaces | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (130) | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00082043307056 | | Grit Material Type | Aluminium Oxide | | Grit Number | 1500 | | Grit Type | Medium | | Included Components | Polishing compound | | Item Dimensions | 7.6 x 5.1 x 20.3 centimetres | | Item Type Name | Heavy Compound | | Item Weight | 381 g | | Manufacturer | 303 Products | | Material | Aluminum Oxide Zirconia Alumina | | UPC | 082043307056 | | Unit Count | 12.0 millilitre | ## Product Details - **Brand:** 303 Products - **Grit material:** Aluminium Oxide - **Grit type:** Medium - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 7.6 x 5.1 x 20.3 centimetres - **Material:** Aluminum Oxide Zirconia Alumina ## Images ![303® Compound - Step 1 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71CsQiqgaaS.jpg) ![303® Compound - Step 1 - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71LHR37S6rS.jpg) ![303® Compound - Step 1 - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71reT7nWpRS.jpg) ![303® Compound - Step 1 - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81ZSstar9gS.jpg) ![303® Compound - Step 1 - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71OHNmVt8tS.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by D***N on 31 January 2023* I have a 2008 auto with faded paint and normal issues for an older car. That being said this product did and excellent job of making the car look 100 percent better. It left a glass like finish. I would recommend this product for sure. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by B***N on 29 October 2024* WORKS FOR WHAT I NEEDED ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by R***L on 20 December 2019* Works well as part of the three ## Frequently Bought Together - 303 Products Compound - Removes Paint Defects and Restores Clarity - Removes Oxidation and Swirls - Restores Surface Clarity - Removes 1500 Grit Scratches (Step 1), 12 fl. oz. (30705) - 303 Products Finishing Polish for The Professional Show Car Shine - Maximum Paint Clarity - Mirror Like Finish - Removes 2500 Grit Scratches (Step 3), 12 fl. oz. (30703) - 303 Polish - for High Gloss, Reflective Shine - Eliminates Swirls - Provides Deep Shine to Paint - Removes 2000 Grit Scratches (Step 2), 12 fl. oz. 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