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A concentrated alkaline bug remover formulated with potassium hydroxide for breaking down biological contaminants on vehicle surfaces. Fireball Bug Cleaner ranks #4 for value among 24 bug removers based on effective price per ounce after dilution.
Key Chemistry
pH
11.5
Active Mechanism
alkaline saponification with enzymatic assistance
Surfactants
1 (nonionic)
Expert Analysis
The disclosed ingredients include potassium hydroxide as an alkaline builder at high pH (11.5+) combined with nonionic surfactants to break down organic proteins and lift biological debris. Despite marketing claims of using citrus-derived acidic compounds, the known chemistry data shows an alkaline approach, though the partial ingredient disclosure means the complete formulation strategy remains unclear.
Key Differentiators
- •High alkalinity (pH 11.5+) provides strong protein-breaking action against biological contaminants
- •Concentrate format allows for dilution flexibility based on contamination severity
Ingredients
POLYOXYETHYLENE ALKYL ETHER
1–10%
CAS: 84133-50-6Surfactant
TETRASODIUM ETHYLENE DIAMINE TETRAACETATE
1–10%
CAS: 64-02-8Chelating agent
SUBTILISIN
<1%
CAS: 9014-01-1Enzyme
POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE
<1%
CAS: 1310-58-3pH adjuster
D-LIMONENE
<1%
CAS: 5989-27-5Solvent/fragrance
Safety Profile
Signal Word
DangerEye Hazard
H314: Gir alvorlige etseskader på hud og øyneSkin Hazard
H314: Gir alvorlige etseskader på hud og øyneCorrosive to Metals
YesFlammable
No



