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What Materials are Not
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Archival Purposes?
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Term:
Archival Safety - Avoid List
Definition:
Storage containers and artifact holders that are not rated "Archival" see: Archival Safety.
Materials that are not Neutral pH. see: Acid-Free
Materials that contain Lignin. see: Lignin-Free
PVC / Acrylic materials see: PVC Free
Conditions that have adverse temperatures, moisture, light, magnetic materials, dirt and pressure-sensitive adhesives.
Rubber Cement (destroys photos)
Avoid the following rubber cement.