GLW Series Iron Remover
Best Value
$0.43/oz
A thioglycolate-based iron remover featuring 10-15% sodium thioglycolate for removing embedded iron contamination from paint and wheels.
Key Chemistry
pH Level
Active Mechanism
alkaline thioglycolate hybrid
Surfactants
1 (nonionic)
Expert Analysis
Uses sodium thioglycolate at 10-15% concentration to chemically dissolve iron particles through reduction reactions. The alkaline pH of 10-12 enhances the thioglycolate's effectiveness while nonionic surfactants help penetrate and lift loosened contaminants. This concentration level provides strong iron removal capability comparable to professional-grade products.
Key Differentiators
- •High 10-15% sodium thioglycolate concentration for strong iron dissolution
- •Safe for clear coats, paint, and aftermarket wheels according to manufacturer
Potential Concerns
- ⚠Alkaline pH of 10-12 requires careful handling and thorough rinsing
- ⚠Limited ingredient transparency with only 3 disclosed components
Ingredients
Source: sds only
Safety Profile
MOST HAZARDOUS iron remover in the ChemCX database. H314 Skin Corrosion Category 1C is more severe than H317 Skin Sensitization seen in other thioglycolate products. The combination of H302 (harmful if swallowed) and H314 (severe burns) warrants DANGER signal word. Despite marketing claims of being 'safe,' this requires more careful handling than competing products.