Best Value
$0.95/oz
Positioned as an enthusiast-grade pre-wash product that balances cleaning power with coating safety, targeting detailing enthusiasts who want effective bug removal without damaging paint protection films or ceramic coatings.
Key Chemistry
pH Level
11.0
Active Mechanism
alkaline saponification
Surfactants
2 (anionic, nonionic)
Expert Analysis
This is a well-balanced alkaline pre-wash formulation that combines high pH chemistry with dual surfactant cleaning action. The alkaline pH (11.0) enables effective saponification of organic residues like bugs and road grime, while the surfactant system provides wetting and emulsification.
Key Differentiators
- •Coating-safe alkaline formulation
- •Dual surfactant system
- •Complete ingredient transparency
- •Phosphate chelation
Potential Concerns
- ⚠High pH requires careful handling and PPE
- ⚠Eye damage hazard
- ⚠Flammable due to ethanol content
Ingredients
Waterbalance
CAS: 7732-18-5solvent
Ethanol10%
CAS: 64-17-5solvent
D-Glucopyranose, oligomers, decyl octyl glycosides5%
CAS: 68515-73-1nonionic surfactant
Sodium lauryl ether sulfate3%
CAS: 9004-82-4anionic surfactant
Glycerin<5%
CAS: 56-81-5humectant
Tetrasodium pyrophosphate<1%
CAS: 7722-88-5chelating agent
Dipropylene glycol methyl ether<1%
CAS: 34590-94-8solvent
Linalool<0.1%
CAS: 78-70-6fragrance
Source: ingredients disclosure plus sds
Safety Profile
Signal Word
DangerEye Hazard
Causes serious eye damageSkin Hazard
Not classifiedCorrosive to Metals
NoFlammable
NoHigh pH alkaline formulation requires PPE for eye protection