Iron Remover

Adams uses neutral pH (7-8) with moderate-to-high thioglycolate concentration (5-<10%) for safe but effective iron chelation. The active ingredient (2-hydroxyethyl)ammonium mercaptoacetate is the same as their wheel cleaner but at DOUBLE the concentration for dedicated iron removal. Secondary chelating agent (disodium 4,5-dihydroxybenzene-1,3-disulphonate, aka Tiron) enhances iron chelation. Minimal surfactant system (single nonionic) - relies primarily on chelation chemistry. Grapefruit oil fragrance masks sulfurous odor from thioglycolate.

Key Differentiators

• •pH 7-8 (neutral) - safest for all surfaces
• •Warning signal word - SAFEST iron remover analyzed
• •5-<10% thioglycolate - moderate to high concentration
• •DOUBLE the active concentration vs Adams Wheel Cleaner (1-<5%)
• •100% ingredient transparency - best in class
• •Color changing (orange → purple)
• •Does NOT contain endocrine disruptor
• •Citrus-sulfurous scent (grapefruit oil + thioglycolate)
• •Safe for ceramic coatings and all exterior surfaces
• •Made in USA
• •CRITICAL: Generates toxic hydrogen sulfide gas if mixed with acids

Potential Concerns

• ⚠May cause allergic skin reaction (thioglycolate sensitivity)
• ⚠Causes serious eye irritation
• ⚠Contains CA TACs (2-(2-butoxyethoxy)ethanol)
• ⚠CRITICAL SAFETY HAZARD: Mixing with acids generates poisonous hydrogen sulfide gas
• ⚠Do NOT use with acidic wheel cleaners
• ⚠More expensive than competitors per oz
• ⚠Ready-to-use only (no concentrate option for value)
• ⚠Lower active concentration than CG Decon Pro (10-25%)

Source: california rtk section 15

MODERATE HAZARD - Warning signal word (lower than Danger). Causes serious eye irritation and may cause allergic skin reaction. SAFEST iron remover analyzed (vs Danger for P&S Iron Buster and CG Decon Pro). Does NOT contain endocrine disruptor. CRITICAL SAFETY WARNING: Do NOT mix with acidic wheel cleaners - will generate poisonous hydrogen sulfide gas.