
$0.88COST/WASH
A concentrated alkaline car wash shampoo designed for enthusiasts seeking high-lubricity washing with protection compatibility.
Key Chemistry
pH Level
8.0
Active Mechanism
surfactant cleaning
Surfactants
5 (anionic, amphoteric)
Expert Analysis
This concentrated shampoo centers around sodium alkylbenzenesulfonate as the primary cleaning surfactant, delivering strong degreasing power at an alkaline pH of 8. The formulation incorporates amphoteric surfactants to balance the anionic primary cleaner, creating a high-suds, high-lubricity wash solution that dilutes to working strength at a 1:256 ratio.
Key Differentiators
- •Exceptionally high concentration ratio requiring only 1 oz per 2 gallons of wash solution
- •Full ingredient transparency with all 10 components disclosed
Potential Concerns
- ⚠Alkaline pH of 8 contradicts the brand's 'pH-neutral' marketing claim
- ⚠High concentration requires precise dilution measurement to avoid over-concentration
Ingredients
Sodium C10-16 Alkylbenzenesulfonate<10
CAS: 68081-81-2Surfactant
Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine3-5
CAS: 68139-30-0Surfactant
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate<2
CAS: 68585-47-7Surfactant
WaterN/D
CAS: 7732-18-5Carrier
Sodium Lauryl SulfateN/D
CAS: 151-21-3Surfactant
Sodium Xylene SulfonateN/D
CAS: 1300-72-7Surfactant
BenzisothiazolinoneN/D
CAS: 2634-33-5Preservative
Yellow DyeN/D
CAS: N/AColorant
Acid Red 14N/D
CAS: 3567-69-9Colorant
FragranceN/D
CAS: N/AFragrance
Source: both
Safety Profile
Signal Word
WARNINGEye Hazard
Causes eye irritationSkin Hazard
Corrosive to Metals
NoFlammable
No
