Griot's Garage Heavy-Duty Wheel Cleaner

Griot's GarageHeavy-Duty Wheel Cleaner

Updated · 10 ingredients analyzed

Iron-ReactivepH-Neutral
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A thioglycolate-based wheel cleaner with near-neutral pH formulated for safe use across all wheel finishes including painted, chromed, and anodized surfaces.

Key Chemistry

pH

6.5–7.0

Active Mechanism

Iron-reactive thioglycolate chemistry with surfactant boost and gel delivery

Surfactants

3

Expert Analysis

Uses sodium thioglycolate at 3-5% concentration to break down brake dust and metallic contaminants through chemical reaction rather than harsh acids or high alkalinity. The near-neutral pH of 6.75 minimizes risk of damage to sensitive wheel finishes while maintaining cleaning effectiveness through the thioglycolate chemistry.

Key Differentiators

  • •Iron-reactive color-changing formula
  • •Xanthan gum gel for vertical surface cling
  • •Zinc salts to mask characteristic thioglycolate sulfur odor
  • •pH-neutral approach safe for all wheel finishes
  • •3-5% thioglycolate concentration - mid-range for category

Ingredients

10 disclosed
Water
N/D
CAS: 7732-18-5carrier/solvent base
Sodium Thioglycolate
3–5%≈ 3.2% active thioglycolate (salt-normalized)
CAS: 367-51-1iron-reactive cleaning agent
Propylene Glycol Butyl Ether
1–3%
CAS: 5131-66-8glycol ether solvent
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
1–2%
CAS: 68585-47-7anionic surfactant
Sodium C10-18 Secondary Alkyl Sulphonate
0–1%
CAS: 68608-26-4anionic surfactant
Propylene Glycol 2-Butyl Ether
N/D
CAS: 15821-83-7glycol ether solvent
Xanthan Gum
N/D
CAS: 11138-66-2rheological modifier
Zinc Salts
N/D
CAS: Not availableodor masker
Fragrance
N/D
CAS: Not availablefruit scent to mask thioglycolate odor
Surfactant
N/D
CAS: Not availableadditional undisclosed surfactant

Safety Profile

Signal Word
Warning
Eye Hazard
H320 - Causes eye irritation
Skin Hazard
Not classified
Corrosive to Metals
No
Flammable
No

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