Wheel Cleaner

Armour Detail Supply uses a straightforward pH-neutral thioglycolate approach - essentially a concentrated iron remover positioned as a wheel cleaner. The 12-20% thioglycolate concentration is HIGH - among the highest disclosed in the wheel cleaner category. Combined with butyl carbitol co-solvent (3-12%) for grease cutting, this is an aggressive iron-dissolving formula that's safe for wheel finishes due to neutral pH. Similar strategy to Adams Deep Wheel Cleaner but with potentially higher active concentration.

Key Differentiators

• •HIGHEST disclosed thioglycolate concentration (12-20%) in wheel cleaner category
• •Genuinely pH neutral (6-8) - verified safe for all finishes
• •SKIN SENSITIZER classification - unique hazard among wheel cleaners
• •No alkaline chemistry (unlike AMMO Plum pH 10-11.5)
• •Turquoise color (unusual - most are purple or clear)
• •Sulfurous odor characteristic of thioglycolate

Potential Concerns

• ⚠SKIN SENSITIZER (H317) - can cause allergic contact dermatitis with repeated exposure
• ⚠High thioglycolate concentration (12-20%) - aggressive chemistry
• ⚠Low transparency - only 2 ingredients disclosed
• ⚠Aquatic toxicity (H412) - environmental concern
• ⚠Sulfurous odor may be unpleasant
• ⚠No surfactants disclosed - unclear cleaning mechanism beyond iron reaction

Source: sds section 3

SKIN SENSITIZER classification is unusual and important for wheel cleaners. The thioglycolate at 12-20% concentration triggers this classification. Professional detailers using this product frequently should be aware of potential for developing allergic reactions over time. Always wear gloves. Thioglycolate has characteristic sulfurous smell.