Peelable coatings can be used to protect applied coatings or machined metal surfaces during processing, assembly, storage, and transportation. Peelable coatings that can be cleaned with water are composed of an aqueous solution of partially saponified polyvinyl acetate, a water-soluble surfactant and a pigment. Used as a temporary anti-scratch, anti-corrosion and anti-pollution protective layer, it is easy to peel off when not needed or easy to remove after spraying and infiltrating with water or special solvents, with a wide variety and a wide range of applications