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Tire Kicker Extra Glossy Tire Shine

surfactant-basedready-to-usewarning-labelconsumer-gradehigh-gloss

Best Value

$0.43/oz

A ready-to-use tire shine product that delivers high-gloss results with UV protection to prevent fading and cracking.

Key Chemistry

pH Level

6.1

Active Mechanism

surfactant cleaning

Surfactants

2 (nonionic)

Expert Analysis

This tire shine employs a silicone-based formulation with dimethicone as the primary gloss-enhancing agent, supported by dual nonionic surfactants for cleaning and wetting properties. The formula includes polymeric thickeners and rheology modifiers to optimize spray characteristics and film formation.

Key Differentiators

  • Near-neutral pH reduces risk of surface degradation compared to highly alkaline alternatives
  • Includes UV protection components to extend tire appearance longevity

Potential Concerns

  • Warning signal word indicates some hazardous components requiring careful handling
  • High-gloss finish may attract dirt and require more frequent reapplication
  • Unknown base chemistry makes it difficult to predict longevity and performance characteristics

Ingredients

18 disclosed
Alcohols,C12-14-secondary, ethoxylated2.5 - <10 %
CAS: 84133-50-6Surfactant
Alcohols, C11-14-iso-, C13-rich, ethoxylated2.5 - <10 %
CAS: 78330-21-9Surfactant
Proprietary DiluentN/D
CAS: WithheldDiluent
DimethiconeN/D
CAS: 63148-62-9Lubricant
Proprietary PolyolN/D
CAS: WithheldSolvent
Proprietary AlkanolamineN/D
CAS: 102-71-6Detergent Additive
Polyethylene GlycolN/D
CAS: 25322-68-3Thickener
Proprietary HomopolymerN/D
CAS: WithheldDispersing Agent
Proprietary PolymerN/D
CAS: WithheldRheology Modifier
BenzisothiazolinoneN/D
CAS: 2634-33-5Preservative
Proprietary Fragrance IngredientN/D
CAS: WithheldFragrance Ingredient
Proprietary Fragrance IngredientN/D
CAS: WithheldFragrance Ingredient
Proprietary Fragrance IngredientN/D
CAS: WithheldFragrance Ingredient
MethylisothiazolinoneN/D
CAS: 55965-84-9Preservative
Proprietary ColorantN/D
CAS: WithheldColorant
AcetaldehydeN/D
CAS: 75-07-0Impurity
1,4-DioxaneN/D
CAS: 123-91-1Impurity
Ethylene OxideN/D
CAS: 75-21-8Impurity

Source: california sb258

Safety Profile

Signal Word
Warning
Eye Hazard
H319 - Causes serious eye irritation
Skin Hazard
Not classified
Corrosive to Metals
No
Flammable
No

Contains trace impurities subject to Prop 65