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Verdict: 4.6/5. The 3M 6006 is the broadest gas/vapor cartridge in 3M's 6000 Series — organic vapor, acid gas, ammonia, formaldehyde in one. The procurement-flexible default for mixed-hazard environments.
Verdict: 4.4/5. The 3M 6005 is the specialized cartridge for formaldehyde and methyl formate — the standard for histopathology labs, mortuaries, and embalming. The right pick for documented formaldehyde-only exposure
Verdict: 4.3/5. The 3M 6004 is the specialized cartridge for ammonia and methylamine — refrigeration plants, chemical manufacturing. The right pick for NH₃-only exposure; the 6006 Multi-Gas wins for mixed hazards.
Verdict: 4.7/5. The 3M 6003 is the dual-class workhorse — organic vapor + acid gas in one cartridge. The right default for mixed chemical environments and the most flexible cartridge in the 6000 Series.
