Best Value
$0.43/oz
A thioglycolate-based iron remover designed for enthusiasts seeking efficient iron contamination removal with clear visual feedback through color-changing chemistry.
Key Chemistry
pH Level
7.5
Active Mechanism
thioglycolate chelation
Surfactants
1 (nonionic)
Expert Analysis
Uses ammonium thioglycolate as the primary chelating agent to bind and neutralize iron particles embedded in paint and surfaces. The neutral pH formulation provides effective decontamination while remaining gentle on sensitive surfaces like paint protection film and coatings.
Key Differentiators
- •High concentration thioglycolate approach (10-30% ammonium thioglycolate) for aggressive iron removal
- •Neutral pH formulation balances effectiveness with surface safety across multiple substrates
Potential Concerns
- ⚠Thioglycolate chemistry produces strong sulfur odors during use
- ⚠Short maximum dwell time (120 seconds) requires careful timing to prevent surface damage
Ingredients
AMMONIUM THIOGLYCOLATE10-30%
CAS: 5421-46-5Active ingredient
LAURAMINE OXIDE10-30%
CAS: 1643-20-5Surfactant
TETRASODIUM ETHYLENE DIAMINE TETRAACETATE1-10%
CAS: 64-02-8Chelating agent
WATER30-50%
CAS: 7732-18-5Solvent
DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL<1%
CAS: 25265-71-8Solvent
Source: sds only
Safety Profile
Signal Word
WarningEye Hazard
Causes serious eye irritation.Skin Hazard
Irritates skin. May cause allergic skin reaction.Corrosive to Metals
NoFlammable
No
