
$0.39COST/WASH
A strip-wash car shampoo formulated to remove existing wax, sealants, and glazes while preparing surfaces for clay bar treatment and new protective coatings. Chemical Guys Clean Slate Surface Cleanser Wash is verified biodegradable based on SDS ecological data.
Key Chemistry
pH Level
8.2
Active Mechanism
surfactant emulsification and suspension
Surfactants
3 (anionic, nonionic)
Expert Analysis
Uses a moderate concentration of C10-16 alkyl benzene sulfonate as the primary anionic surfactant, combined with nonionic surfactants to create enhanced degreasing action that breaks down existing protective coatings. The alkaline pH of 8.2 provides additional cleaning power for coating removal while remaining within the paint-safe range.
Key Differentiators
- •Full ingredient transparency with 22 disclosed components, unusual for wash products
- •Specifically formulated strip-wash chemistry designed for pre-clay surface preparation rather than maintenance washing
Potential Concerns
- ⚠Will remove all existing protection, requiring immediate reapplication of wax or sealant
- ⚠More aggressive cleaning action may require more frequent dilution monitoring compared to maintenance washes
Ingredients
Benzenesulfonic acid, C10-16-alkyl derivs.
2.5 - <10 %
CAS: 68584-22-5Surfactant
2-(2-butoxyethoxy)ethanol
1 - <2.5 %
CAS: 112-34-5Solvent
sodium hydroxide
0.5 - <1 %
CAS: 1310-73-2pH Adjuster
Proprietary Diluent
N/D
CAS: WithheldDiluent
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
N/D
CAS: 68585-34-2Surfactant
Proprietary Alkylbenzene Derivative
N/D
CAS: WithheldProcessing Aid
Sulfuric Acid
N/D
CAS: 7664-93-9pH Adjuster
Benzyl Benzoate
N/D
CAS: 120-51-4Fragrance Ingredient
Hexyl Cinnamal
N/D
CAS: 101-86-0Fragrance Ingredient
Ethanol
N/D
CAS: 64-17-5Solvent
d-Limonene
N/D
CAS: 5989-27-5Fragrance Ingredient
Linalyl Acetate
N/D
CAS: 115-95-7Fragrance Ingredient
C10-16 Alketh
N/D
CAS: 68002-97-1Proprietary Surfactant
Linalool
N/D
CAS: 78-70-6Fragrance Ingredient
Proprietary Inorganic Salt
N/D
CAS: WithheldThickener
Benzisothiazolinone
N/D
CAS: 2634-33-5Preservative
Proprietary Fragrance Ingredient
N/D
CAS: WithheldFragrance Ingredient
Proprietary Colorant
N/D
CAS: WithheldColorant
Methylisothiazolinone
N/D
CAS: 55965-84-9Preservative
1,4-dioxane
N/D
CAS: 123-91-1Impurity
Sulphur dioxide
N/D
CAS: 7446-09-5Impurity
Acetaldehyde
N/D
CAS: 75-07-0Impurity
Source: sds only
Safety Profile
Signal Word
WarningEye Hazard
H319 - Causes serious eye irritation.Skin Hazard
H315 - Causes skin irritation.Corrosive to Metals
NoFlammable
No



