$4.22COST/WASH
An acidic car shampoo formulated with lactic acid for removing mineral deposits and water spots from ceramic-coated and uncoated vehicles while rejuvenating coating performance.
Key Chemistry
pH
2
Active Mechanism
acidic cleaning
Surfactants
2 (amphoteric, nonionic)
Expert Analysis
The disclosed lactic acid component provides gentle acidic cleaning to dissolve mineral buildup that clogs coating surfaces and reduces hydrophobic performance. The amphoteric and nonionic surfactant system balances cleaning power with surface compatibility, allowing the product to remove minerals without damaging ceramic coatings while still being aggressive enough to strip traditional waxes and sealants.
Key Differentiators
- •Dual-purpose design that removes mineral contamination while preserving ceramic coatings but strips traditional waxes and sealants
- •Lactic acid-based formulation offers gentler acidic cleaning compared to harsher mineral acids while maintaining effectiveness against water spots
Ingredients
1-Propanaminium, 3-amino-N-(carboxymethyl)-N,N-dimethyl-, N-coco acyl derivs., hydroxides, inner salts
20–25%
CAS: 61789-40-0amphoteric surfactant
dodecyldimethylamine oxide
5–7%
CAS: 1643-20-5surfactant
lactic acid
1–3%
CAS: 50-21-5acid
4-amino-3-hydroxynaphthalene-1-sulphonic acid
1–3%
CAS: 116-63-2colorant
Piperonal
0.1–0.2%
CAS: 120-57-0fragrance
Safety Profile
Signal Word
DangerEye Hazard
Causes serious eye damageSkin Hazard
Causes severe skin burns and eye damageCorrosive to Metals
YesFlammable
No
