INTERNATIONAL CRUISER 250 Self-Polishing Antifouling

SVB item number: 40737 Manufacturer no.: YBP150/750AZ
As the direct successor to the proven INTERNATIONAL CRUISER UNO EU antifouling, the self-polishing INTERNATIONAL CRUISER 250 antifouling is ideal for use in salt and fresh water for sailing and motor boats (up to 25 knots). Product details
only  €39.95 (€53.26 / L)
Shipping information: Dangerous goods
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Product data

  • SVB item number 40737
  • EAN 5035686031944
  • Manufacturer no. YBP150/750AZ
  • Description INTERNATIONAL - CRUISER 250
  • Antifouling type Self-polishing antifouling
  • Colour Dover white
  • Colour code YBP150
  • Contents 0.75 l
  • Area of application Salt water, Fresh water, Brackish water / Mixed operation
  • Hull material GRP, Wood, Steel
  • Method of application Roller, Brush
  • No. of coats (recommended) 2 - 3
  • Yield (theoretical) 7.5 m²
  • Immersion after 6 h @ 15 °C
  • Max. time before immersion 6 months
  • For the Netherlands No
  • For Denmark Yes
  • Boat type Sailboat, Motorboat
  • Existing coating SEATEC Standard Pro, INTERNATIONAL Cruiser 200, INTERNATIONAL Cruiser 250, INTERNATIONAL Micron 300, INTERNATIONAL Micron 350, HEMPEL Classic, HEMPEL Mille NCT, HEMPEL Ecopower Cruise, AWN Selbstpolierendes Antifouling, EPIFANES Copper-Cruise
  • Typical shelf life 2 Years
  • Shipping information Dangerous goods

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Product details

Note:

Use biocidal products with care. Always read the label and product information prior to use.

INTERNATIONAL CRUISER 250 - Effective protection against fouling in the water

CRUISER 250 from International is a high-performance, self-polishing antifouling for sail and motor boats - developed for year-round protection in salt and fresh water. It reliably protects against slime, algae and animal growth.

Product features at a glance

  • Antifouling type: Self-polishing antifouling
  • Area of application: salt and fresh water
  • Suitable for: GRP, wood, steel, lead
  • Maximum speed: up to 25 knots
  • Yield: approx. 7.5 m²/l
  • Suitable thinner: Thinner No. 3

Processing instructions

Technical data:

  • Processing temperature: +5° C to +35° C
  • Drying time at 15 °C: 45 minutes (dust dry)
  • Overcoating time at 15 °C: min. 10 hours


International CRUISER 250 antifouling can be applied to most antifoulings if they are in good condition. Do not use in conjunction with VC17m or PTFE-containing antifoulings.

Application instructions according to substrate:

Already coated surfaces

In good condition:
  • Completely clean the surface of growth, dirt and loose layers
  • Wet sand with 80 - 120 grit sandpaper
  • If unsure about the old coating: seal with a suitable barrier coat recommended
In poor condition:
  • Remove completely with Interstrip
  • New primer and subsequent build-up with CRUISER 250 required

GRP / Bare gelcoat

  • Clean thoroughly, degrease (e.g. with thinner no. 3)
  • Apply osmosis protection (e.g. Gelshield 200 or Primocon)
  • Apply two coats of International CRUISER 250 antifouling
  • Recommended repetition: every 12 months

Wood surfaces

  • Clean, dry and degrease the surface
  • Prime and Interprotect or Primocon
  • Then apply two coats of CRUISER 250
  • Recommended repetition: every 12 months

Steel/lead

  • Thoroughly clean, degrease and dry
  • Prime with Interprotect and Primocon
  • Then apply two coats of CRUISER 250
  • Recommended repetition: every 12 months

Note:

Do not use on aluminium or galvanised metals! This can lead to reactions or material damage.

Documents

en-flag Datasheet
PDF (195,43 KB)
en-flag Manual
PDF (2,07 MB)

Product safety

Please note the following hazard warnings:

Contains biocides
Yes
BAuA-No.
N-69577
UN number
UN 1263
Transport class
3
VOC content
353 g/l
Hazard pictograms
Signal word
Danger
Hazard warnings
And wash before wearing again.
Avoid release to the environment.
Wash skin with water (or shower).
Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
IF ON SKIN (or hair):
Dispose of contents/container to …
Remove contaminated clothing.
Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
IF IN EYES:
IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
IF ON SKIN:
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Keep cool.
Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. – No smoking.
Read label before use.
Keep out of reach of children.
If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.
Causes serious eye damage.
Flammable liquid and vapour.
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Very toxic to aquatic life.
May cause an allergic skin reaction.
Harmful if swallowed.
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52 customer reviews

4.4 (out of 52 ratings)
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93% recommend SVB
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  • Place of use : Baltic Sea (1)
  • Place of use : Inshore waters (4)
  • Place of use : Atlantic (1)
  • Place of use : North Sea (1)
  • Place of use : Med (3)
  • Place of use : Bay of Biscay (1)

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Winfried W.
by Winfried W. Flag of Germany 3/27/2019 Verified purchase Variant: 40742
Fast delivery, as usual good product
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by Winfried W. Flag of Germany 3/27/2019 Verified purchase Variant: 40740
Fast delivery, as usual good product
Sylvio L.
by Sylvio L. Flag of Germany 2/28/2019 Verified purchase Variant: 40741
Very easy to work with!
xavier N.
by xavier N. Flag of France 5/11/2026 Verified purchase Variant: 40738
Easy to use and effective
The diver who checks everything every year before the first outing of the year always finds our hull clean, so I've continued using this product for 15 years. Yet our area is very conducive to the growth of marine organisms.
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  • Place of use : Med
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by Lioubowny D. Flag of France 4/22/2025 Verified purchase Variant: 40743
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  • Place of use : Atlantic

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INTERNATIONAL CRUISER 250 Self-Polishing Antifouling
Colour Dover white
Contents 0.75 l