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Tire Dressing

silicone-basedready-to-useuv-protectionlong-lastingplastic-safe

Best Value

$1.03/oz

A silicone-based tire dressing with high-concentration polydimethylsiloxanes designed for achieving deep black gloss on tires, trim, and plastic surfaces.

Key Chemistry

pH Level

N/D

Active Mechanism

silicone coating

Surfactants

1 (nonionic)

Expert Analysis

Built around a high concentration (50-100%) of polydimethylsiloxanes, this formulation leverages silicone's natural film-forming properties to create a durable, glossy protective layer. The silicone base provides UV protection and water repellency while nonionic surfactants help with application uniformity and substrate wetting. The ready-to-use formula eliminates dilution variables for consistent results.

Key Differentiators

  • Exceptionally high silicone concentration (50-100%) compared to typical tire dressings that use lower percentages
  • Complete formula transparency with all ingredients disclosed, rare in the tire dressing category

Potential Concerns

  • Very high silicone concentration may attract dirt and dust over time despite non-greasy claims
  • Silicone-heavy formulations can build up with repeated applications, potentially requiring periodic removal

Ingredients

5 disclosed
Polydimethylsiloxanes50 - 100 %
CAS: 63148-62-9Tire shine active ingredient
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), alpha-isotridecyl-omega-hydroxy-0.1 - 10 %
CAS: 9043-30-5Surfactant/emulsifier
2-Methyl-2H-isothiazol-3-one0.1 - 10 %
CAS: 2682-20-4Preservative
DimethiconeN/D
CAS: 9006-65-9Silicone
Poly[oxy(dimethylsilylene)]N/D
CAS: 9016-00-6Silicone

Source: sds only

Safety Profile

Signal Word
None
Eye Hazard
Causes eye irritation
Skin Hazard
Irritating to skin
Corrosive to Metals
No
Flammable
No