Best Value
$1.41/oz
DIY Detail Iron Remover is a ready-to-use, pH-neutral iron remover that uses anionic surfactants to dissolve ferrous contamination from painted surfaces and wheels.
Key Chemistry
pH Level
7.0
Active Mechanism
thioglycolate chelation
Surfactants
2 (anionic)
Expert Analysis
Uses a pH-neutral approach (7.0) that relies on iron-reactive chemistry rather than aggressive acids or alkalines to dissolve brake dust and iron contamination. The disclosed formulation suggests a focused chemistry that prioritizes surface safety over maximum cleaning strength.
Key Differentiators
- •True pH-neutral formulation safe for all painted surfaces and wheels
- •Reduced odor formula compared to typical thioglycolate products
- •Visual color-change technology for contamination feedback
Potential Concerns
- ⚠May require longer dwell times or multiple applications on heavy iron contamination
- ⚠Unknown active ingredient chemistry makes performance prediction difficult
Ingredients
sodium mercaptoacetate10 - 20
CAS: 367-51-1iron removal agent
2-butoxyethanol5 - 10
CAS: 111-76-2solvent
sodium dodecyl sulphate1 - 5
CAS: 151-21-3surfactant
sodium xylenesulphonate1 - 5
CAS: 1300-72-7surfactant
Source: sds section 3
Safety Profile
Signal Word
WarningEye Hazard
H319 - Causes serious eye irritationSkin Hazard
H317 - May cause an allergic skin reactionCorrosive to Metals
NoFlammable
NoContains skin sensitizer (sodium mercaptoacetate)