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W6 Iron and General Fallout Remover

thioglycolateiron-reactivecolor-changingacidicchelatingall-wheel-safe

Best Value

$0.45/oz

Positioned as an enthusiast-grade product suitable for both wheels and paintwork with strong iron removal capabilities

Key Chemistry

pH Level

3.0

Active Mechanism

thioglycolate chelation

Surfactants

3 (anionic, nonionic)

Expert Analysis

This is a thioglycolate-based iron remover that uses sodium thioglycolate as the primary chelating agent at relatively high concentration (10-20%). The acidic pH of 3 enhances the chelation process while the multi-surfactant system provides good cleaning and wetting properties.

Key Differentiators

  • High concentration thioglycolate system
  • Acidic pH for enhanced performance
  • Multi-surfactant cleaning system
  • Color-changing indication

Potential Concerns

  • Acidic formulation requires careful handling
  • May cause skin and eye irritation
  • Potential for allergic skin reactions

Ingredients

4 disclosed
Sodium thioglycolate10-20%
CAS: 367-51-1chelating agent
Secondary alkane sodium salt1-10%
CAS: 97489-15-1surfactant
Tridecyl alcohol ethoxylate1-10%
CAS: 9043-30-5surfactant
Sodium C14-16 olefin sulfonate1-10%
CAS: 68439-57-6surfactant

Source: sds section 3

Safety Profile

Signal Word
Danger
Eye Hazard
H318 - Causes serious eye damage
Skin Hazard
H315 - Causes skin irritation
Corrosive to Metals
No
Flammable
No

Acidic formulation with moderate safety concerns requiring protective equipment