$0.86COST/WASH
A heavy-duty anionic surfactant-based truck wash formulated specifically for removing stubborn mud, dirt, and abrasive debris from off-road vehicles.
Key Chemistry
pH Level
N/D
Active Mechanism
surfactant emulsification solubilization
Surfactants
3 (anionic, nonionic)
Expert Analysis
Built around a high-concentration anionic surfactant (benzenesulfonic acid derivatives at 10-25%) that creates thick, clingy foam to encapsulate and lift abrasive particles. The formula incorporates slick lubricating additives designed to reduce surface friction during washing and leave a protective layer that helps repel future contamination.
Key Differentiators
- •High surfactant loading creates exceptionally thick, clingy foam that adheres to vertical surfaces for extended contact time
- •Includes anti-resoiling additives that leave a slick protective layer to resist fresh mud adhesion
Potential Concerns
- ⚠High anionic surfactant concentration may be aggressive on delicate finishes or strip existing wax protection
- ⚠Not biodegradable despite outdoor use applications where runoff is likely
Ingredients
Benzenesulfonic acid, C10-16-alkyl derivs.
10 - <25 %
CAS: 68584-22-5Surfactant
sodium hydroxide
1 - <2.5 %
CAS: 1310-73-2pH Adjuster
Alcohols, C10-16, ethoxylated, sulfates, sodium salts
1 - <2.5 %
CAS: 68585-34-2Surfactant
Proprietary Diluent
N/D
CAS: WithheldDiluent
Proprietary Inorganic Salt
N/D
CAS: WithheldThickener
Proprietary Alkylbenzene Derivative
N/D
CAS: WithheldProcessing Aid
Proprietary Copolymer
N/D
CAS: WithheldRheology Modifier
Sulfuric Acid
N/D
CAS: 7664-93-9pH Adjuster
Ethanol
N/D
CAS: 64-17-5Solvent
C10-16 Alketh
N/D
CAS: 68002-97-1Surfactant
Proprietary Fragrance Ingredient
N/D
CAS: WithheldFragrance Ingredient
Benzyl Benzoate
N/D
CAS: 120-51-4Fragrance Ingredient
Hexyl Cinnamyl
N/D
CAS: 101-86-0Fragrance Ingredient
Benzisothiazolinone
N/D
CAS: 2634-33-5Preservative
Linalool
N/D
CAS: 78-70-6Fragrance Ingredient
d-Limonene
N/D
CAS: 5989-27-5Fragrance Ingredient
Linalyl Acetate
N/D
CAS: 115-95-7Fragrance Ingredient
Proprietary Inorganic Salt
N/D
CAS: WithheldThickener
Methylchloroisothiazolinone
N/D
CAS: 26172-55-4Preservative
Proprietary Fragrance Ingredient
N/D
CAS: WithheldFragrance Ingredient
Proprietary Colorant
N/D
CAS: WithheldColorant
Methylisothiazolinone
N/D
CAS: 2682-20-4Preservative
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: both
Safety Profile
Signal Word
WarningEye Hazard
H319 - Causes serious eye irritationSkin Hazard
H315 - Causes skin irritationCorrosive to Metals
NoFlammable
No
