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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
6.7–7.3
Active
Thioglycolate
Active strength
≈12.0%
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
Ingredients
sodium mercaptoacetate
10–20%≈ 12.0% active thioglycolate (salt-normalized)
CAS: 367-51-1iron removal agent
2-butoxyethanol
5–10%
CAS: 111-76-2solvent
sodium dodecyl sulphate
1–5%
CAS: 151-21-3surfactant
sodium xylenesulphonate
1–5%
CAS: 1300-72-7surfactant
Safety Profile
Signal Word
WarningEye Hazard
H319 - Causes serious eye irritationSkin Hazard
H317 - May cause an allergic skin reactionCorrosive to Metals
NoFlammable
No
