
Chemical GuysSignature Series Wheel Cleaner
Updated · 18 ingredients analyzed
$0.43BEST $/OZ
A concentrated alkaline wheel cleaner featuring citrus-based surfactants and proprietary silicate technology, designed for enthusiasts who want effective brake dust removal with full ingredient transparency. Chemical Guys Signature Series Wheel Cleaner ranks #4 for value among 55 wheel cleaners based on effective price per ounce after dilution.
Key Chemistry
pH
9.5–10.5
Active Mechanism
alkaline saponification
Surfactants
4 (anionic)
Expert Analysis
Uses a moderate alkaline pH (10.0) combined with citrus-derived anionic surfactants and proprietary silicate builders to break down brake dust and grime. The concentrate format allows dilution from 1:4 to 1:8, letting users adjust cleaning strength based on contamination level and wheel sensitivity.
Key Differentiators
- •Full ingredient disclosure with 18 components listed - rare transparency in wheel cleaners
- •Citrus-based surfactant system provides natural cleaning power while maintaining wheel finish compatibility
- •Concentrate format offers flexibility with 1:4 to 1:8 dilution ratios for different contamination levels
Ingredients
2-butoxyethanol
1–2.5%
CAS: 111-76-2Solvent
Proprietary Diluent
N/D
CAS: WithheldDiluent
Proprietary Inorganic Salt
N/D
CAS: WithheldChelating Agent
Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
N/D
CAS: 68439-57-6Surfactant
Alkylbenzene Sulfonic Acid
N/D
CAS: 68584-22-5Surfactant
Proprietary Silicate
N/D
CAS: WithheldProcessing Aid
Proprietary Alkyl Aryl Sulfonate
N/D
CAS: WithheldDetergent Additive
Proprietary Alcohol
N/D
CAS: WithheldSolvent
Citral
N/D
CAS: 5392-40-5Fragrance Ingredient
Benzisothiazolinone
N/D
CAS: 2634-33-5Preservative
Proprietary Fragrance Ingredient
N/D
CAS: WithheldFragrance Ingredient
Benzene, C10-16-alkyl derivs.
N/D
CAS: 68648-87-3Surfactant
Sulphuric Acid
N/D
CAS: 7664-93-9pH Adjuster
d-limonene
N/D
CAS: 5989-27-5Withheld
Methylisothiazolinone
N/D
CAS: 55965-84-9Preservative
Proprietary Colorant
N/D
CAS: WithheldColorant
Sulphur Dioxide
N/D
CAS: 7446-09-5Impurity
1,4-dioxane
N/D
CAS: 123-91-1Impurity
Safety Profile
Signal Word
NoneEye Hazard
Skin Hazard
Corrosive to Metals
NoFlammable
No




