Griot's GarageBug & Smudge Remover
Updated · 5 ingredients analyzed
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An alkaline bug and tar remover with excellent ingredient transparency for enthusiast detailers seeking reliable contamination removal. Griot's Garage Bug & Smudge Remover ranks #4 of 15 bug removers for gentleness.
Key Chemistry
pH
9.7
Active Mechanism
surfactant alkaline cleaning
Surfactants
1 (unknown)
Expert Analysis
Uses an alkaline pH of 9.7 to break down protein-based bug residue and organic contaminants through chemical action. The 30-second dwell time allows the alkaline chemistry to soften stubborn deposits before gentle agitation and removal.
Key Differentiators
- •Excellent ingredient transparency with only 5 components listed
- •Safe for all exterior surfaces according to manufacturer
Ingredients
Tetrasodium ethylene diamine tetra acetate
<5%
CAS: 10378-23-1Chelating agent
Sodium carbonate
<5%
CAS: 497-19-8pH adjuster
Water
N/D
CAS: 7732-18-5Carrier
Surfactant
N/D
CAS: Not AvailableSurfactant
Tripropylene Glycol Methyl Ether
N/D
CAS: 25498-49-1Solvent
Safety Profile
Signal Word
WarningEye Hazard
H320 - Causes eye irritationSkin Hazard
Not classifiedCorrosive to Metals
NoFlammable
No
