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A dilutable acidic wheel cleaner featuring 10-19% polyphosphoric acid for heavy brake dust removal and water spot treatment on paint and glass. Detail Co Ragnarok ranks #3 for value among 68 wheel cleaners based on effective price per ounce after dilution.
Key Chemistry
pH Level
3.5
Active Mechanism
acidic dissolution
Surfactants
3 (anionic, nonionic, nonionic)
Expert Analysis
Uses polyphosphoric acid at 10-19% concentration combined with anionic and nonionic surfactants to dissolve mineral deposits and brake dust through controlled acidic action. The formulation allows flexible dilution from 1:1 to 10:1 depending on contamination level. This dual-purpose chemistry handles both wheel cleaning and water spot removal across multiple surfaces.
Key Differentiators
- •High polyphosphoric acid concentration (10-19%) provides stronger cleaning power than typical acidic wheel cleaners
- •Versatile formula works as both wheel cleaner and water spot remover for paint and glass
Potential Concerns
- ⚠pH of 3.5 requires careful dilution and surface compatibility testing before use
- ⚠Not suitable for acid-sensitive wheels or coatings without proper dilution
Ingredients
Water
60 - 75 % (weight)
CAS: 7732-18-5solvent
Sulfonic acids, C14-16-alkane hydroxy and C14-16-alkene, sodium salts
2 - 5 % (weight)
CAS: 68439-57-6surfactant
Alcohols, C12-14-secondary, ethoxylated
3 - 7 % (weight)
CAS: 84133-50-6surfactant
Amines, C10-16-alkyldimethyl, N-oxides
0.5 - 3 % (weight)
CAS: 70592-80-2surfactant
Polyphosphoric acid
10 - 19 % (weight)
CAS: 8017-16-1acid
Fragrance
0.0005 - 0.05 % (weight)
CAS: N/Afragrance
Trade Secret
Not specified
CAS: Trade Secretnot specified
Ammonium bifluoride
N/D
CAS: 1341-49-7acid
Source: sds only
Safety Profile
Signal Word
WarningEye Hazard
In the case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Remove contact lenses. If eye irritation persists, consult a specialist.Skin Hazard
If skin irritation persists, call a physician. If on skin, rinse well with water.Corrosive to Metals
NoFlammable
No
