TriX Tar & Iron Remover
Best Value
$1.04/oz
A dual-action decontamination spray that combines thioglycolate iron chelation with tar dissolution capabilities for comprehensive fallout removal in a single application.
Key Chemistry
pH Level
Active Mechanism
thioglycolate chelation
Surfactants
1 (anionic)
I use TriX when I want to do a quick decon to revive a coating, without going all-in on perfection. Super convenient and user-friendly. I tend to skip this before polishing and go with dedicated products just for the focus, but for a maintenance decon, a two-in-one is a time-saver.
Expert Analysis
The product uses ammonium mercaptoacetate at 20-25% concentration as the primary iron chelator, following the thioglycolate approach for converting iron particles into water-soluble complexes. By combining iron removal chemistry with tar-dissolving solvents in a single ready-to-use formula, it streamlines the traditional two-step decontamination process into one application.
Key Differentiators
- •High concentration ammonium mercaptoacetate (20-25%) provides strong iron chelation performance
- •Dual-action formula eliminates the need for separate iron and tar removal products
Potential Concerns
- ⚠Signal word 'Danger' indicates significant safety hazards requiring careful handling and PPE
- ⚠High concentration of mercaptoacetate may produce stronger odors than typical iron removers
Ingredients
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