A ready-to-use isopropanol-based bug remover formulated with anionic surfactants for effective removal of insect remains from automotive surfaces without aggressive scrubbing. Autoglym Active Insect Remover ranks #1 of 15 bug removers for gentleness.
Key Chemistry
pH
7.5
Active Mechanism
solvent dissolution
Surfactants
2 (anionic)
Expert Analysis
This product relies on isopropanol (10-15%) as the primary solvent to dissolve and soften dried insect proteins and chitin, while anionic surfactants help lift debris and improve cleaning efficiency. The neutral pH of 7.5 ensures compatibility with various automotive surfaces including paint, glass, and plastics while maintaining cleaning effectiveness.
Key Differentiators
- •Higher isopropanol concentration (10-15%) compared to many water-based bug removers for enhanced solvent action
- •Full ingredient disclosure with only 8 components demonstrates formulation simplicity and transparency
Ingredients
Propan-2-ol
10–15%
CAS: 67-63-0solvent
3-Butoxypropan-2-ol
1–3%
CAS: 5131-66-8solvent
ethanol
<0.1%
CAS: 64-17-5solvent
Alkylsulphates
1–10%
CAS: 68585-47-7surfactant
Parfum
0.1–1%
CAS: N/Afragrance
anionic surfactants
<5%
CAS: N/Asurfactant
Tetrasodium dihydrogen [nitrilotris(methylene)] triphosphonate
N/D
CAS: 94021-23-5chelating agent
Glycerine
N/D
CAS: 56-81-5humectant
Safety Profile
Signal Word
WarningEye Hazard
Causes serious eye irritationSkin Hazard
May cause moderate irritationCorrosive to Metals
NoFlammable
Yes
