Description
The 3M 6003 is the organic Vapor/Acid gas cartridge, a gas and vapor cartridge for 3M bayonet facepieces (6000 Series half and full, 6500/6500QL, 7500, FF-400 and 7800S). The 3M chart lists it for Organic Vapor, Chlorine, Hydrogen Chloride, Hydrogen Fluoride, Hydrogen Sulfide, Sulfur Dioxide. Label color Yellow. 3M pack: 60 EA/Case. Sold by the pair (2 per pack). Ships in 1–2 business days; most orders arrive in 3–7 business days.
3M 6003 specifications
| Item | Manufacturer data |
|---|---|
| 3M part number | 6003 |
| 3M name | Organic Vapor/Acid Gas Cartridge 6003 |
| Type | Gas and vapor cartridge |
| NIOSH classes (3M chart) | Organic Vapor, Chlorine, Hydrogen Chloride, Hydrogen Fluoride, Hydrogen Sulfide, Sulfur Dioxide |
| 3M chart row | OV CL HC HF HS SD (3M Cartridge and Filter Summary (2024)); 3M type "OV/AG" (3M 6000 Series half facepiece user instructions Table 6) |
| Fits | 3M bayonet facepieces: 6000 Series half (6100/6200/6300), 6500/6500QL Series, 7500 Series, 6000 Series full (6700/6800/6900), FF-400 Series, 7800S Series (3M Cartridge and Filter Summary (2024) row group "Bayonet-style 3M Reusable Respirators"; 3M 6500 Series spec sheet (2025) Approvals; 3M FF-400 Series specifications (US) Approvals; 3M Reusable Respirator Catalog (NIOSH) platform tables) |
| Label color | Yellow |
| 3M pack | 60 EA/Case |
| End-of-service-life indicator | No end-of-service-life indicator is stated for this part in the documents fetched; 3M cartridge change schedules are set by the employer (3M 6000 Series half facepiece user instructions "Cartridge and Filter Replacement"). |
Source: 3M Cartridge and Filter Summary (2024); 3M.com product listings (November 2026).
3M stock numbers on this page
| 3M stock number | 3M part number | 3M.com listing name | UPC | Previous stock number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7000051849 | 6003 | 3M Organic Vapor/Acid Gas Cartridge 6003/07047(AAD), 60 EA/Case | 50051131070474 | 70070316750 |
Source: 3M.com product listings (November 2026); distributor product pages where 3M.com returned no card.
What the 3M chart lists for the 6003
| NIOSH class or note | Status |
|---|---|
| Organic Vapor | Listed by the 3M chart |
| Chlorine | Listed by the 3M chart |
| Hydrogen Chloride | Listed by the 3M chart |
| Hydrogen Fluoride | Listed by the 3M chart |
| Hydrogen Sulfide | Listed by the 3M chart |
| Sulfur Dioxide | Listed by the 3M chart |
Source: 3M Cartridge and Filter Summary (2024), cartridge and filter table; 3M 6000 Series half facepiece user instructions, Tables 6 and 7.
3M use notes for the 6003
Provided they are stored unopened in the original packaging and away from direct sunlight, humidity and sources of high temperature, cartridges will last five years from manufacture. (3M Cartridge and Filter Guide (brochure 70-0714-8870-7) FAQ)
Source: 3M Cartridge and Filter Summary (2024); 3M 6000 Series half facepiece user instructions; 3M Cartridge and Filter Guide (brochure 70-0714-8870-7).
3M facepieces that take the 6003
| Series | Type | Part numbers |
|---|---|---|
| 6000 Series half facepiece | Half facepiece | 6100, 6200, 6300 |
| 6500 Series Rugged Comfort half facepiece | Half facepiece | 6501, 6502, 6503, 6501QL, 6502QL, 6503QL |
| 7500 Series half facepiece | Half facepiece | 7501, 7502, 7503 |
| 6000 Series full facepiece | Full facepiece | 6700, 6800, 6900, 6800DIN, 6900DIN |
| FF-400 Series Ultimate FX full facepiece | Full facepiece | FF-401, FF-402, FF-403 |
| 7800S Series full facepiece | Full facepiece | 7800S-M, 7800S-L |
Source: 3M Cartridge and Filter Summary (2024) (row group "Bayonet-style 3M Reusable Respirators"); 3M 6500 Series spec sheet (2025); 3M FF-400 Series specifications (US); 3M Reusable Respirator Catalog (NIOSH).
NIOSH approvals naming the 6003
The NIOSH Certified Equipment List carries 88 current 3M Company approvals whose product line names it: 13 chemical cartridge (TC-23C), 75 air-purifying particulate (TC-84A). The first 12:
| Approval | Product line | For protection against | Facepiece |
|---|---|---|---|
| TC-23C-1064 | 6000 Series, 7501, 7502, 7503/6003 | Chlorine, Hydrogen Chloride, Hydrogen Fluoride, Hydrogen Sulfide, Organic Vapor, Sulfur Dioxide | Half Mask |
| TC-23C-1654 | 7800 AP/SAR with 6003 cartridge | Chlorine, Hydrogen Chloride, Hydrogen Fluoride, Hydrogen Sulfide, Organic Vapor, Sulfur Dioxide | Full Facepiece |
| TC-23C-1655 | 7800 AP/SAR with 6003 | Chlorine, Chlorine Dioxide, Hydrogen Chloride, Hydrogen Fluoride, Hydrogen Sulfide, Organic Vapor, Sulfur Dioxide | Full Facepiece |
| TC-23C-1771 | 6000 FF w/ 6003 | Chlorine, Hydrogen Chloride, Hydrogen Fluoride, Hydrogen Sulfide, Organic Vapor, Sulfur Dioxide | Full Facepiece |
| TC-23C-1826 | 6000, 7501, 7502, 7503 high press. w/6003 cart. | Chlorine, Hydrogen Chloride, Hydrogen Fluoride, Hydrogen Sulfide, Organic Vapor, Sulfur Dioxide | Half Mask |
| TC-23C-1840 | 6000 series, 7501, 7502, 7503 low press. w/6003 cart. | Chlorine, Hydrogen Chloride, Hydrogen Fluoride, Hydrogen Sulfide, Organic Vapor, Sulfur Dioxide | Half Mask |
| TC-23C-1854 | 6000 series high press. w/6003 cart. | Chlorine, Hydrogen Chloride, Hydrogen Fluoride, Hydrogen Sulfide, Organic Vapor, Sulfur Dioxide | Full Facepiece |
| TC-23C-1861 | 6000 series low press. w/6003 cart. | Chlorine, Hydrogen Chloride, Hydrogen Fluoride, Hydrogen Sulfide, Organic Vapor, Sulfur Dioxide | Full Facepiece |
| TC-23C-1868 | 7800 high pressure w/6003 cart. | — | Full Facepiece |
| TC-23C-1875 | 7800 low pressure w/6003 cart. | Chlorine, Hydrogen Chloride, Hydrogen Fluoride, Hydrogen Sulfide, Organic Vapor, Sulfur Dioxide | Full Facepiece |
| TC-23C-2114 | 6700DIN 6800DIN and 6900DIN w/ 6003 | — | Full Facepiece |
| TC-23C-2121 | 6700PD 6800PD and 6900PD w/ 6003 | — | Full Facepiece |
Source: NIOSH Certified Equipment List (November 2026), manufacturer 3M Company.
Every 3M bayonet cartridge and filter we list
| Part number | 3M name | NIOSH classes (3M chart) | Label color |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6001 | Organic Vapor Cartridge 6001 | Organic Vapor | Black |
| 6002 | Acid Gas Cartridge 6002 | Chlorine Dioxide, Chlorine, Hydrogen Chloride, Hydrogen Sulfide, Sulfur Dioxide | White |
| 6004 | Ammonia Methylamine Cartridge 6004 | Ammonia, Methylamine | Green |
| 6005 | Formaldehyde/Organic Vapor Cartridge 6005 | Organic Vapor, Formaldehyde | Olive/Black |
| 6006 | Multi Gas/Vapor Cartridge 6006 | Organic Vapor, Chlorine Dioxide, Chlorine, Hydrogen Chloride, Hydrogen Fluoride, Hydrogen Sulfide, Sulfur Dioxide, Ammonia, Methylamine, Formaldehyde | Olive |
| 60921 | Organic Vapor Cartridge/Filter 60921, P100 | Organic Vapor, P100 | — |
| 60922 | Acid Gas Cartridge/Filter 60922, P100 | Chlorine Dioxide, Chlorine, Hydrogen Chloride, Hydrogen Sulfide, Sulfur Dioxide, P100 | — |
| 60923 | Organic Vapor/Acid Gas Cartridge/Filter 60923, P100 | Organic Vapor, Chlorine, Hydrogen Chloride, Hydrogen Fluoride, Hydrogen Sulfide, Sulfur Dioxide, P100 | — |
| 60924 | Ammonia/Methylamine/Filter 60924, P100 | Ammonia, Methylamine, P100 | — |
| 60925 | Formaldehyde Organic Vapor Cartridge/Filter 60925, P100 | Organic Vapor, Formaldehyde, P100 | — |
| 60926 | Multi Gas/Vapor Cartridge/Filter 60926, P100 | Organic Vapor, Chlorine Dioxide, Chlorine, Hydrogen Chloride, Hydrogen Fluoride, Hydrogen Sulfide, Sulfur Dioxide, Ammonia, Methylamine, Formaldehyde, P100 | — |
| 60927 | Mercury Vapor/Organic Vapor/Acid Gas Cartridge/Filter 60927, P100 | Organic Vapor, Chlorine, Hydrogen Sulfide, Sulfur Dioxide, Mercury Vapor, P100 | — |
| 60928 | Organic Vapor/Acid Gas Cartridge/Filter 60928, P100 | Organic Vapor, Sulfur Dioxide, Hydrogen Chloride, Chlorine, Hydrogen Fluoride, Hydrogen Sulfide, P100 | — |
| 2071 | Particulate Filter 2071, P95 | P95 | — |
| 2076HF | Particulate Cartridge 2076HF, Hydrogen Fluoride, P95, with Nuisance Level Acid Gas Relief | Hydrogen Fluoride, P95 | — |
| 2078 | Particulate Filter 2078, P95, with Nuisance Level Organic Vapor/Acid Gas Relief | P95 | — |
| 2091 | Particulate Filter 2091, P100 | P100 | — |
| 2291 | Advanced Particulate Filter 2291, P100 | P100 | — |
| 2096 | Particulate Filter 2096, P100, with Nuisance Level Acid Gas Relief | P100 | — |
| 2296 | Advanced Particulate Filter 2296, P100, with Nuisance Level Acid Gas Relief | P100 | — |
| 2097 | Particulate Filter 2097, P100, with Nuisance Level Organic Vapor Relief | P100 | — |
| 2297 | Advanced Particulate Filter 2297, P100, with Nuisance Level Organic Vapor Relief | P100 | — |
| 7093 | Particulate Filter 7093, P100 | P100 | — |
| 7093B | Particulate Filter 7093B, P100 | P100 | — |
| 7093C | Hydrogen Fluoride Cartridge/Filter 7093C, P100, with Nuisance Level Organic Vapor and Acid Gas Relief | Hydrogen Fluoride, P100 | — |
| 7093CB | Hydrogen Fluoride Cartridge/Filter 7093CB, P100, with Nuisance Level Organic Vapor and Acid Gas Relief | Hydrogen Fluoride, P100 | — |
| 5N11 | Particulate Filter 5N11, N95 | N95 | — |
| 5P71 | Particulate Filter 5P71, P95 | P95 | — |
Source: 3M Cartridge and Filter Summary (2024).
Catalog data
| Item | Manufacturer data |
|---|---|
| Color | Yellow |
Source: Manufacturer published product data as carried in our catalog.
3M™ 6003 cartridges protect against certain organic vapors and acid gases. They attach with the 3M bayonet connection to 3M 6000, 6500, 7500, 7800S and FF-400 Series half and full facepieces.
- Swept-back design gives a wider field of view and more comfort
- Bayonet connection fits many 3M half and full facepiece respirators
- Simple to install and use
Sold by the pair
One pair holds 2 cartridges. The price shown is for the full pair; quantity 1 = 1 pair (2 cartridges).
3M 6003 questions
What does the 3M 6003 protect against? The 3M chart lists Organic Vapor, Chlorine, Hydrogen Chloride, Hydrogen Fluoride, Hydrogen Sulfide, Sulfur Dioxide. Nuisance-level relief and ozone notes are 3M recommendations, not NIOSH approvals, where the chart marks them.
Which 3M facepieces take the 6003? 3M bayonet facepieces: 6000 Series half (6100/6200/6300), 6500/6500QL Series, 7500 Series, 6000 Series full (6700/6800/6900), FF-400 Series, 7800S Series (3M Cartridge and Filter Summary (2024) row group "Bayonet-style 3M Reusable Respirators"; 3M 6500 Series spec sheet (2025) Approvals; 3M FF-400 Series specifications (US) Approvals; 3M Reusable Respirator Catalog (NIOSH) platform tables).
What color is the 6003 label? Yellow (3M chart).
How does 3M pack the 6003? 60 EA/Case.
Does the 6003 have an end-of-service-life indicator? No end-of-service-life indicator is stated for this part in the documents fetched; 3M cartridge change schedules are set by the employer (3M 6000 Series half facepiece user instructions "Cartridge and Filter Replacement").
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