VRT Tire & Trim Dressing
surfactant-basedpH-neutralready-to-useenthusiast-gradegentle-formulaall-purpose
Best Value
$1.25/oz
A water-based tire and trim dressing with near-neutral pH formulation designed to restore and protect vinyl, rubber, and trim surfaces.
Key Chemistry
pH Level
6.5
Active Mechanism
silicone conditioning
Surfactants
2 (nonionic)
Expert Analysis
Uses a water-based system with nonionic surfactants at near-neutral pH to penetrate and condition surfaces without aggressive chemical action. The balanced pH approach allows for safe application across multiple surface types while providing UV protection and oxidation resistance. The water-based carrier system reduces product slinging compared to silicone-heavy alternatives.
Key Differentiators
- •SPF 35 UV protection
- •Cherry scent
- •Silica-infused formula
- •Sling-free application
Potential Concerns
- ⚠Water-based formulas may require more frequent reapplication than solvent-based alternatives
- ⚠Durability may be limited compared to silicone-based dressings in harsh weather conditions
Ingredients
WaterNot specified
CAS: 7732-18-5solvent
PolydimethylsiloxaneNot specified
CAS: 63148-62-9surface modifier
Amino-alkoxy dimethylsiloxaneNot specified
CAS: 71750-80-6surface modifier
TriethanolamineNot specified
CAS: 102-71-6pH adjusting agent
Dimethyl Siloxane, HO-term Rxn Methyltrimeth-oxysilane & AminoethylaminopropyltrimethoxysilaneNot specified
CAS: 69430-37-1surface modifier
Hydroxypropylheptamethyltrisiloxane, ethoxylated, hydroxy-terminatedNot specified
CAS: 67674-67-3surface modifier
Stoddard solventNot specified
CAS: 8052-41-3solvent
PolytrimethylhydrosilylsiloxaneNot specified
CAS: 68988-56-7surface modifier
Ammonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurateNot specified
CAS: 62152-14-1thickener
Isopropyl alcoholNot specified
CAS: 67-63-0solvent
Alcohols, C9-11 ethoxylatedNot specified
CAS: 68439-46-3surfactant
Methanol0.071%
CAS: 67-56-1solvent
Benzyl benzoateNot specified
CAS: 120-51-4fragrance
Polyethylene glycolNot specified
CAS: 25322-68-3surfactant
BenzaldehydeNot specified
CAS: 100-52-7fragrance
Tetra(trimethylsiloxy)silaneNot specified
CAS: 3555-47-3surface modifier
Ethylbenzene0.0036%
CAS: 100-41-4solvent
Diethanolamine0.003%
CAS: 111-42-2pH adjusting agent
Cumene0.0036%
CAS: 98-82-8solvent
1,4-dioxane0.00000015%
CAS: 123-91-1solvent
Source: sds section 15
Safety Profile
Signal Word
NoneEye Hazard
Not classifiedSkin Hazard
Not classifiedCorrosive to Metals
NoFlammable
NoContains trace amounts of Prop 65 listed substances