To ensure a fabrication or components corrosion resistance is optimized prior to delivery, it should undergo a passivation stage. Employing high oxidizing agents all surfaces are either sprayed or immersed in a solution which really oxidizes the Chromium. This rapidly forms the inert layer on the material and creates the critical surface property relied upon in service. Several methods of passivation are employed depending on the Alloy, pre-treatment and type of application. Both ISO 15730 and ASTM A967 Stainless Steel Passivation specification details each process in depth.