Autoglym Ultra High Definition Shampoo

AutoglymUltra High Definition Shampoo

Updated · 12 ingredients analyzed

pH-NeutralBiodegradable

A premium car shampoo featuring a complex four-surfactant system designed for enthusiasts seeking maximum foam density and wash lubricity. Autoglym Ultra High Definition Shampoo ranks #2 of 64 car shampoos for wash power.

Key Chemistry

pH

7.1

Active Mechanism

surfactant emulsification and solubilization

Surfactants

6 (anionic, nonionic, cationic, amphoteric)

Expert Analysis

This shampoo employs a sophisticated multi-surfactant approach, combining anionic, nonionic, cationic, and amphoteric surfactants to create dense, long-lasting foam with enhanced surface cling. The primary anionic surfactant (C14-16 alkane hydroxy sulfonate) provides strong cleaning power while the supporting surfactant blend optimizes foam stability and wash mitt glide. The pH-neutral formulation ensures compatibility with paint protection products while maintaining effective dirt suspension.

Key Differentiators

  • •Four-surfactant system architecture for superior foam density and longevity compared to typical dual-surfactant car shampoos
  • •Full ingredient transparency with complete 12-component disclosure, unusual in the car care market

Ingredients

12 disclosed
Sulfonic acids, C14-16-alkane hydroxy and C14-16-alkene, sodium salts
10–15%
CAS: 68439-57-6Anionic surfactant
D-Glucopyranose, Oligomeric, C10-16(even numbered) Alkyl Glycosides
10–15%
CAS: 110615-47-9Non-ionic surfactant
C8-C10 Alkyl dimethyl hydroxyethyl ammoniumchloride
1–3%
CAS: N/ACationic surfactant
2-methylisothiazol-3(2H)-one
<0.1%
CAS: 2682-20-4Preservative
Parfum
1–10%
CAS: N/AFragrance
Cocamidopropyl betaine
0.1–1%
CAS: 147170-44-3Amphoteric surfactant
SODIUM LAURETH SULFATE
0.1–1%
CAS: 68891-38-3Anionic surfactant
citric acid
0.1–1%
CAS: 77-92-9pH adjuster
Magnesium sulphate
N/D
CAS: 7487-88-9Processing aid
Alcohols, C10-16, ethoxylated, sulfates, sodium salts
N/D
CAS: 68585-34-2Surfactant
Bronopol
N/D
CAS: 52-51-7Preservative
1,2-benzisothiazol-3(2H)-one
N/D
CAS: 2364-33-5Preservative

Safety Profile

Signal Word
Warning
Eye Hazard
Causes serious eye irritation
Skin Hazard
Causes skin irritation
Corrosive to Metals
No
Flammable
No

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