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title: "Fluid qualification according to AIRBUS AIMS 12-10-001"
description: "Qualification and approval of process fluids and cleaners according to the AIRBUS AIMS 12-10-001 standard During the assembly, manufacturing and maintenance phases of aircraft structures, the use of inter-operation solvents, cleaners and degreasers is essential. The AIRBUS AIMS 12-10-001 specification..."
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timestamp: "2026-10-08T14:46:25Z"
published: "2026-10-01T12:20:30Z"
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# Fluid qualification according to AIRBUS AIMS 12-10-001

## Qualification and approval of process fluids and cleaners according to the AIRBUS AIMS 12-10-001 standard

During the assembly, manufacturing and maintenance phases of aircraft structures, the use of inter-operation solvents, cleaners and degreasers is essential. The **AIRBUS AIMS 12-10-001** specification governs the safety and analytical performance requirements applicable to these temporary process fluids. It ensures that no chemical residue can adversely affect subsequent metal alloys, coatings or bonded assemblies.

Filab laboratory performs all the safety and technical qualification tests required to have your products added to Airbus’s Qualified Products List (**AQPL**).

## The challenges of the AIRBUS AIMS 12-10-001 standard

Unlike cutting oils, which are covered by the AIMS 12-10-000 standard, the **AIMS 12-10-001** standard applies to **solvents, degreasers and surface cleaners**. A poorly characterized process fluid can cause structural embrittlement or affect the adhesion of paints and glazing.

Qualification according to **AIMS 12-10-001** certifies the following key performance characteristics:

**Rigorous metal safety:** absence of corrosion (immersion, pitting and galvanic corrosion) on aerospace aluminum alloys, titanium and high-strength steels.

**No impact on hydrogen embrittlement:** critical assessment on high-strength steels.

**Safety for non-metallic materials:** validation of craze resistance (*craze resistance*) on acrylics/polycarbonates, absence of elastomer swelling and composite integrity.

**Degreasing efficiency and residues:** assessment of cleaning power, evaporation rate and the absence of interfering deposits before bonding or painting.

## Our AIMS 12-10-001 / AITM test program

We apply Airbus’s official test methods (**AITM – Airbus Test Methods**) to compile your approval dossier:

## Corrosion and Material Compatibility

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**Stress corrosion cracking and embrittlement:** validation of compliance for high-strength steels and titanium alloys.

**Stress corrosion cracking and embrittlement:** validation of compliance for high-strength steels and titanium alloys.

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**Effects on plastics and transparent glazing (AITM 2-0003):** verification of the behavior of acrylic surfaces under tension.

**Effects on plastics and transparent glazing (AITM 2-0003):** verification of the behavior of acrylic surfaces under tension.

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**Anodizing and paints:** compatibility testing with adhesion primers and surface treatments (OAD, TSA).

**Anodizing and paints:** compatibility testing with adhesion primers and surface treatments (OAD, TSA).

### Physicochemical Performance

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**Evaporation rate and non-volatile residues:** analysis of solvent behavior after air drying.

**Evaporation rate and non-volatile residues:** analysis of solvent behavior after air drying.

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**Solvency and washability:** measurement of degreasing effectiveness on standard oils and greases.

**Solvency and washability:** measurement of degreasing effectiveness on standard oils and greases.

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**Environmental and REACH compliance:** verification that no prohibited or regulated ingredients are present.

**Environmental and REACH compliance:** verification that no prohibited or regulated ingredients are present.

## Why choose filab for your AIMS 12-10-001 testing?

| **Advantage** | **Benefit for your business** |
| --- | --- |
| **ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation** | Certified test reports directly accepted by Airbus Materials Quality. |
| **Mastery of AITM protocols** | Use of standardised test specimens and test rigs calibrated according to Airbus methods. |
| **Turnkey technical report** | Delivery of a complete file structured to facilitate registration with the AQPL. |
| **Combined Aero Fluids offering** | Option to combine AIMS 12-10-001 testing with **AIMS 12-10-000**, **Safran PR 1500** or **Dassault DGQT 0.4.2.0065**. |

## our safety testing services

[Safety testing of cutting fluids according to the PCS-4002 standard](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/safety-testing-in-accordance-with-pcs-4002-requirements-in-the-laboratory.md)

[Qualification analysis and testing of fluids and process products](https://filab.fr/nos-prestations/expertise/essais-qualification-fluides-produits-de-process.md)

[Cutting fluid qualification according to AIRBUS AIMS 12-10-000](https://filab.fr/en/qualification-of-cutting-fluids-according-to-airbus-aims-12-10-000.md)

[Fluid qualification testing according to AIRBUS AIMS 12-10-003](https://filab.fr/nos-prestations/expertise/essais-qualification-fluides-produits-de-process/essais-qualification-fluides-airbus-aims-12-10-003.md)

[Fluid qualification testing according to Rolls-Royce CSS 129 and CSS 131](https://filab.fr/en/fluid-qualification-testing-according-to-rolls-royce-css-129-and-css-131.md)

[Corrosion testing of cutting fluids on metal alloys](https://filab.fr/en/corrosion-testing-of-cutting-fluids-on-metal-alloys.md)

[Safety testing of chemicals on aerospace alloys](https://filab.fr/en/chemical-safety-testing-of-chemicals-on-aerospace-alloys.md)

[Process fluid compatibility with titanium alloys](https://filab.fr/en/process-fluid-compatibility-with-titanium-alloys.md)

[Chemical analysis and characterisation of cutting fluids](https://filab.fr/en/chemical-analysis-and-characterization-of-cutting-fluids.md)

[Identification and quantification of additives in lubricants](https://filab.fr/en/identification-and-quantification-of-additives-in-lubricants.md)

[Safety testing according to DMP 12-300 in the laboratory](https://filab.fr/nos-prestations/analyse/laboratoire-analysis-metallurgiques/essais-innocuite-dmp-12300/)

[Fluid qualification testing according to SAFRAN PR 1500 (PR-1500)](https://filab.fr/nos-prestations/expertise/essais-qualification-fluides-produits-de-process/essais-qualification-fluides-safran-pr-1500.md)

[Safety testing of temporary-use ingredients PR-6300](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-for-the-analysis-and-qualification-testing-of-fluids-and-process-products/safety-test-safran-pr-6300.md)

[Fluid qualification according to DASSAULT DGQT 0.4.2.0065](https://filab.fr/en/fluid-qualification-according-to-dassault-dgqt-0-4-2-0065.md)

[Fluid qualification according to AIRBUS AIMS 12-10-001](https://filab.fr/en/fluid-qualification-according-to-airbus-aims-12-10-001.md)

[Aviation fluid qualification according to BOEING BAC 5008](https://filab.fr/en/qualification-of-aerospace-fluids-according-to-boeing-bac-5008.md)

[PMUC fluid qualification testing and analysis](https://filab.fr/services/essais-et-analysis-de-qualification-des-fluides-pmuc/)

[Compatibility testing between industrial fluids and metal materials](https://filab.fr/en/compatibility-testing-between-industrial-fluids-and-metal-materials.md)

[Evaluation of the effect of a fluid on aluminium alloys](https://filab.fr/en/evaluating-the-effect-of-a-fluid-on-aluminium-alloys.md)

[Lubricant compatibility with nickel-based superalloys](https://filab.fr/en/lubricant-compatibility-with-nickel-based-superalloys.md)

[Physicochemical characterisation of industrial lubricants](https://filab.fr/en/physicochemical-characterization-of-industrial-lubricants.md)

[Detection of contaminants in industrial fluids](https://filab.fr/en/testing-for-contaminants-in-industrial-fluids.md)

[Safety testing according to SAFRAN DMP 6300](https://filab.fr/en.md)

## Our FAQ

 What types of chemicals fall under AIMS 12-10-001?
This specification covers all surface degreasers (solvent-based or aqueous), inter-operation cleaners, equipment cleaning solvents (paint spray guns), and pre-treatment fluids used before assembly or bonding.

 What is the difference between AIMS 12-10-000 and AIMS 12-10-001?
The **AIMS 12-10-000** standard is dedicated to machining and cutting fluids (lubrication/cooling during material removal). The **AIMS 12-10-001** standard applies to cleaning/surface preparation solvents and degreasers.

 How can i get a quote from FILAB laboratory?
To receive a quote from the laboratory, you can contact our teams via our contact form, by telephone or by email.
Simply send us your requirements (material type, requested analysis, applicable standard, urgency, number of samples, etc.). We will then send you a customized technical and pricing proposal within 24–48 hours.

 Quelle est la durée typique des analysis au laboratoire FILAB ?
Analysis turnaround times at the FILAB laboratory vary depending on the type of analysis and the complexity of the expertise project.
FILAB is nevertheless committed to providing fast turnaround times tailored to your industrial constraints and urgent requirements.