
$0.46COST/WASH
A high-foaming alkaline car shampoo with integrated carnauba wax designed for enthusiasts seeking cleaning and light protection in a single step. Chemical Guys Sudpreme Wash & 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 wash-and-wax combines anionic surfactants for cleaning power with carnauba wax for gloss enhancement and light protection. The alkaline pH of 8.2 provides effective degreasing while the surfactant system generates high foam for lubricity and dirt encapsulation.
Key Differentiators
- •Full ingredient transparency with 19 disclosed components including specific surfactant concentrations
- •Cotton candy fragrance creates a distinctive sensory experience during washing
Potential Concerns
- ⚠Alkaline pH may reduce effectiveness on certain minerals and water spots compared to neutral alternatives
- ⚠Wax component may leave residue on trim and glass requiring additional cleanup
Ingredients
Benzenesulfonic acid, C10-16-alkyl derivs.
2.5 - <10 %
CAS: 68584-22-5Surfactant
Sodium lauryl ether sulfate
1 - <2.5 %
CAS: 9004-82-4Surfactant
Sulfonic acids, C14-16-alkane hydroxy and C14-16-alkene, sodium salts
<1.75 %
CAS: 68439-57-6Surfactant
sodium hydroxide
<1.25 %
CAS: 1310-73-2pH Adjuster
Water
N/D
CAS: 7732-18-5Diluent
Sodium Chloride
N/D
CAS: 7647-14-5Thickener
Proprietary Alkanolamine
N/D
CAS: WithheldDetergent Additive
Proprietary Alkylbenzene Derivative
N/D
CAS: WithheldSurfactant
Proprietary Alcohol
N/D
CAS: WithheldSolvent
Sulfuric Acid
N/D
CAS: 7664-93-9pH Adjuster
Benzisothiazolinone
N/D
CAS: 2634-33-5Preservative
Citral
N/D
CAS: 5392-40-5Fragrance Ingredient
Proprietary Fragrance Ingredient
N/D
CAS: WithheldFragrance Ingredient
Methylisothiazolinone
N/D
CAS: 55965-84-9Preservative
Proprietary Emulsion
N/D
CAS: WithheldGloss Enhancer
Proprietary Gloss Enhancer
N/D
CAS: WithheldGloss Enhancer
Proprietary Colorant
N/D
CAS: WithheldColorant
1,4-Dioxane
N/D
CAS: 123-91-1Impurity
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



