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Strip Wash

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$0.95COST/WASH

An acidic car shampoo formulated specifically for stripping protective coatings and removing stubborn winter contaminants like road salt from vehicle surfaces.

Key Chemistry

pH Level

4.0

Active Mechanism

surfactant emulsification and solubilization

Surfactants

7 (amphoteric, nonionic, anionic)

Expert Analysis

This acidic wash uses a pH of 4.0 combined with amphoteric, nonionic, and anionic surfactants to effectively dissolve salt films and strip existing waxes, sealants, and ceramic coatings. The formula includes corrosion inhibitors to protect metal surfaces during the acidic cleaning process, making it safe for use on winter-damaged vehicles where salt exposure is a concern.

Key Differentiators

  • Acidic pH formulation specifically designed for salt film removal rather than traditional alkaline car wash approach
  • Full ingredient transparency with all 16 components disclosed, including corrosion inhibitors for winter use

Potential Concerns

  • Will strip all existing protective coatings including waxes, sealants, and ceramic coatings, requiring reapplication
  • Acidic formula requires careful handling and thorough rinsing to avoid potential damage to sensitive surfaces

Ingredients

16 disclosed
cocamidopropylhydroxysultaine1 – < 5
CAS: 68139-30-0surfactant
sulfamic acid1 – < 5
CAS: 5329-14-6cleaning agent
Dimethyldodecylamine-N-oxide1 – < 5
CAS: 1643-20-5surfactant
dipropylene glycol monomethyl ether1 – < 5
CAS: 34590-94-8surfactant
waterN/D
CAS: 7732-18-5solvent
proprietary nonionic surfactant blendN/D
CAS: proprietarysurfactant
tetrasodium N,N-bis(carboxylatomethyl)-L-glutamateN/D
CAS: 51981-21-6chelate / sequestrant
N,N-dimethyltetradecylamine N-oxideN/D
CAS: 3332-27-2surfactant
GlycerineN/D
CAS: 56-81-5humectant
sodium 1-octanesulfonate - substanceN/D
CAS: 5324-84-5surfactant
sodium chlorideN/D
CAS: 7647-14-5viscosity modifier
sodium [dodecanoyl(methyl)amino]acetateN/D
CAS: 137-16-6surfactant
sodium sulfateN/D
CAS: 7757-82-6cleaning agent
propan-2-olN/D
CAS: 67-63-0alcohols
citralN/D
CAS: 5392-40-5fragrance
C.I. Acid Yellow 17N/D
CAS: 6359-98-4colorant

Source: sds only

Safety Profile

Signal Word
Warning
Eye Hazard
Causes serious eye irritation
Skin Hazard
Shall not be classified as corrosive/irritant to skin
Corrosive to Metals
No
Flammable
No

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