Graphene Shine Tire Shine
silicone-basedready-to-usewarning-labellong-lastinghigh-gloss
Best Value
$0.19/oz
A water-based silicone tire dressing with graphene additives designed for customizable satin-to-gloss finishes and extended durability on tires, plastic, and trim.
Key Chemistry
pH Level
6.0
Active Mechanism
silicone coating
Surfactants
4 (nonionic)
Expert Analysis
This water-based formula uses polydimethylsiloxane as the primary silicone surface modifier, providing shine and protection without the heavy oils found in traditional tire dressings. The graphene additives are claimed to enhance bonding and durability, while the nonionic surfactant system ensures even application and reduces sling-off during driving.
Key Differentiators
- •Full ingredient transparency with all 18 components disclosed
- •Water-based silicone system designed to minimize sling and residue buildup
- •Graphene-infused formula claiming enhanced bonding properties for extended wear
Potential Concerns
- ⚠Graphene benefits in tire dressings remain largely unproven in independent testing
- ⚠Water-based formulas may require more frequent reapplication than solvent-based alternatives
Ingredients
Undecyl glucoside1 – < 3
CAS: 98283-67-1surfactant
waterN/D
CAS: 7732-18-5solvent
polydimethylsiloxaneN/D
CAS: 63148-62-9surface modifier
Poly(ethylene glycol-ran-propylene glycol) monobutyl etherN/D
CAS: 9038-95-3surfactant
polyacrylamideN/D
CAS: 9003-05-8viscosity modifier
polytrimethylhydrosilylsiloxaneN/D
CAS: 68988-56-7surface modifier
Hydrocarbons, C13-C18, n-alkanes, isoalkanes, cyclics, < 2% aromaticsN/D
CAS: 64742-47-8solvents
Cyclosilazanes, di-Me, Me Hydrogen, polymers with di-Me, Me hydrogen silazanes, and 2,4-TDIN/D
CAS: N/Arefractory resin
Alkyl PolysilicatesN/D
CAS: Trade Secretresin
propylene glycolN/D
CAS: 57-55-6humectant
alcohols, C12-14 secondary, ethoxylatedN/D
CAS: 84133-50-6surfactant
d-limoneneN/D
CAS: 5989-27-5EU Fragrance Allergens
GrapheneN/D
CAS: 7782-42-5surface modifier
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl),α-hydro-ω-hydroxyEthane-1,2-diol, ethoxylatedN/D
CAS: 25322-68-3surfactant
eugenolN/D
CAS: 97-53-0fragrance
tetra(trimethylsiloxy)silaneN/D
CAS: 3555-47-3surface modifier
methanol0.0017%
CAS: 67-56-1developmental
C.I. Pigment Black 7 (carbon black)0.0002%
CAS: 1333-86-4cancer
Source: sds only
Safety Profile
Signal Word
WarningEye Hazard
Causes serious eye irritationSkin Hazard
Corrosive to Metals
NoFlammable
No