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Q2M Bug & Grime

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Best Value

$0.95/oz

A high-alkaline bug and grime remover formulated for ceramic coatings and protected surfaces.

Key Chemistry

pH Level

11.0

Active Mechanism

alkaline saponification

Surfactants

3 (anionic, nonionic)

Dean
Dean's TakeJan 22, 2026

Bug & Grime is a core part of my arsenal but I tend to use it more as a pre-wash than bug remover. I wish it was dilutable, but when I'm too lazy to mix up a citrus pre-wash, I grab Bug & Grime.

Expert Analysis

Uses pH 11 alkaline chemistry with anionic and nonionic surfactants to break down protein-based insects and road grime. The formulation maintains compatibility with ceramic coatings and most paint protection while delivering strong cleaning performance through high alkalinity.

Key Differentiators

  • Ceramic coating safe despite high alkaline strength
  • Ready-to-use formula with excellent ingredient transparency

Potential Concerns

  • High pH 11 alkalinity requires careful handling and PPE
  • May be too aggressive for frequent maintenance use

Ingredients

12 disclosed
ethanol; ethyl alcohol10 %
CAS: 64-17-5solvent
D-Glucopyranose, oligomers, decyl octyl glycosides5 %
CAS: 68515-73-1surfactant
sodium lauryl ether sulfate3 %
CAS: 9004-82-4surfactant
AQUAN/D
CAS: N/Awater/solvent
GLYCERINN/D
CAS: N/Ahumectant
OCTOXYNOLN/D
CAS: N/Asurfactant
TETRASODIUM PYROPHOSPHATEN/D
CAS: N/Abuilder/sequestrant
PPG-2 METHYL ETHERN/D
CAS: N/Asolvent
ParfumN/D
CAS: N/Afragrance
LINALOOLN/D
CAS: N/Afragrance component

Source: ingredients disclosure plus sds

Safety Profile

Signal Word
Danger
Eye Hazard
Causes serious eye damage
Skin Hazard
Not classified
Corrosive to Metals
No
Flammable
No

High pH alkaline formulation requires PPE for eye protection