Abstract: An anti-spatter formulation, for use in all manner of cutting, welding or grinding of metal materials, and specifically for providing a liquid barrier that withstands sparks, to protect the metal material from all manner of adhesion and damage by liquid molten metal or sparks, also known as spatter or splatter. The anti-spatter formulation includes lecithin and the anti-spatter formulation is applied to a metal surface to form a barrier. The metal surface is protected by the barrier, from a spark and spatter damage. The anti-spatter formulation of claim is preferably a soy derived lecithin, and additionally mixed with n-propyl bromide.