
$0.86COST/WASH
A pH-balanced car shampoo with dual wax infusion designed for weekly maintenance washing while extending existing protection. Chemical Guys Extreme Bodywash and Wax is verified biodegradable based on SDS ecological data.
Key Chemistry
pH Level
8.2
Active Mechanism
anionic surfactant cleaning
Surfactants
4 (anionic)
Expert Analysis
This formulation combines anionic surfactants for cleaning power with both natural carnauba and synthetic waxes to deposit protective agents during the wash process. The alkaline pH of 8.22 optimizes surfactant performance while remaining gentle enough for regular use, allowing the dual-wax system to maintain and refresh existing paint protection.
Key Differentiators
- •Dual-wax system combining natural carnauba and synthetic waxes for enhanced protection maintenance
- •Full ingredient transparency with 23 disclosed components and biodegradable formulation
Potential Concerns
- ⚠Wax deposition effectiveness may be limited compared to dedicated wax applications
- ⚠Regular use of wash-and-wax products can lead to buildup that may interfere with future paint correction or coating applications
Ingredients
Benzenesulfonic acid, C10-16-alkyl derivs.
2.5 - <10 %
CAS: 68584-22-5Surfactant
Sodium dodecyl sulphate (powder)
2.5 - <10 %
CAS: 151-21-3Surfactant
Sulfonic acids, C14-16-alkane hydroxy and C14-16-alkene, sodium salts
1 - <2.5 %
CAS: 68439-57-6Surfactant
sodium hydroxide
<1 %
CAS: 1310-73-2pH Adjuster
Proprietary Diluent
N/D
CAS: WithheldDiluent
Inorganic Salt
N/D
CAS: WithheldThickener
Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
N/D
CAS: 68437-57-6Surfactant
Proprietary Alkanolamine
N/D
CAS: WithheldDetergent Additive
Methyl Anthranilate
N/D
CAS: 134-20-3Fragrance Ingredient
Proprietary Alcohol
N/D
CAS: WithheldSolvent
Benzene, C10-16 Alkyl derivs.
N/D
CAS: 68648-87-3Processing Aid
Sulfuric Acid
N/D
CAS: 7664-93-9pH Adjuster
Proprietary Emulsion
N/D
CAS: WithheldGloss Enhancer
Carnauba Wax
N/D
CAS: 8015-86-9Gloss Enhancer
Ethyl Acetate
N/D
CAS: 141-78-6Fragrance Ingredient
Citral
N/D
CAS: 5392-40-5Fragrance Ingredient
Proprietary Colorant
N/D
CAS: WithheldColorant
Benzisothiazolinone
N/D
CAS: 2634-33-5Preservative
Methylisothiazolinone
N/D
CAS: 2682-20-4Preservative
Methylchloroisothiazolinone
N/D
CAS: 26172-55-4Preservative
1,4-Dioxane
N/D
CAS: 123-91-1Impurity
Sulfur Dioxide
N/D
CAS: 7446-09-5Impurity
Diethanolamine
N/D
CAS: 111-42-2Impurity
Source: both
Safety Profile
Signal Word
WarningEye Hazard
H319 - Causes serious eye irritationSkin Hazard
H315 - Causes skin irritationCorrosive to Metals
NoFlammable
No



