
Iron and Fallout Remover
thioglycolate-basedpH-neutralready-to-usewarning-labelenthusiast-grade
Best Value
$0.63/oz
A pH-neutral iron remover featuring a unique gel formula that clings to vertical surfaces for extended contact time.
Key Chemistry
pH Level
7.3
Active Mechanism
thioglycolate chelation
Surfactants
2 (anionic)
Expert Analysis
Uses 25% sodium thioglycolate at neutral pH (7.25) to dissolve iron particles through chelation rather than acid etching. The gel viscosity allows the formula to cling to vertical surfaces, extending contact time for better iron dissolution. Anionic surfactants help lift dissolved contaminants from the surface.
Key Differentiators
- •Gel formula clings to vertical surfaces unlike liquid competitors
- •High 25% thioglycolate concentration for strong iron removal
- •Tetrasodium Iminodisuccinate (GLDA) - eco-friendly biodegradable chelator rarely seen in iron removers
- •Xanthan gum thickener for improved dwell on vertical surfaces
- •Dual glycol ether solvent system for enhanced penetration
- •Excellent transparency with full 11-ingredient disclosure
Potential Concerns
- ⚠High thioglycolate concentration may produce strong sulfur odor despite citrus fragrance
- ⚠Gel formula may require more thorough rinsing than liquid alternatives
Ingredients
Sodium thioglycolate25
CAS: 367-51-1Cleaning Agent
Sodium xylenesulfonate15
CAS: 300-72-7Solublizer
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate<5
CAS: 151-21-3Surfactant
WaterN/D
CAS: 7732-18-5Carrier
Sodium Xylene SulfonateN/D
CAS: 1300-72-7Solublizer
Propylene Glycol Butyl EtherN/D
CAS: 5131-66-8Solvent
Sodium Lauryl SulfateN/D
CAS: 68585-47-7Surfactant
Sodium C10-18 Secondary Alkyl SulfonateN/D
CAS: 68608-26-4Cleaning Agent
Xanthan GumN/D
CAS: 11138-66-2Rheological Modifier
Sodium SulfateN/D
CAS: 7757-82-6Solublizer
Propylene Glycol 2-Butyl EtherN/D
CAS: 15821-83-7Solvent
Tetrasodium IminodisuccinateN/D
CAS: 144538-83-0Chelator
FragranceN/D
CAS: Not AvailableFragrance
Source: separate disclosure
Safety Profile
Signal Word
WarningEye Hazard
H319 - Causes serious eye irritation (Category 2A)Skin Hazard
H315 - Causes skin irritation (Category 2)Corrosive to Metals
NoFlammable
NoStandard safety profile for pH-neutral thioglycolate iron removers. Category 4 oral toxicity and Category 2A eye irritation are typical for this chemistry. No respiratory hazards classified.