Insect & Dirt Remover
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Best Value
$0.79/oz
A ready-to-use alkaline bug and environmental debris remover with amphoteric surfactants designed for exterior and engine bay cleaning.
Key Chemistry
pH Level
10.4
Active Mechanism
alkaline saponification
Surfactants
1 (amphoteric)
Expert Analysis
Uses a pH 10.4 alkaline formula with amphoteric surfactants to break down protein-based insect remains and environmental contaminants. The amphoteric surfactants provide cleaning power while maintaining compatibility with various surfaces, allowing the formula to penetrate dried debris for effective removal without excessive agitation.
Key Differentiators
- •High pH alkaline approach
- •Single amphoteric surfactant system
- •Professional-grade formulation
Potential Concerns
- ⚠Alkaline pH may require careful use on sensitive finishes or anodized surfaces
- ⚠Limited ingredient transparency makes compatibility assessment difficult for specialty coatings
Ingredients
1-methoxy-2-propanol5-<10%
CAS: 107-98-2solvent
Ethanolamine1-<3%
CAS: 141-43-5ph buffer
1-Propanaminium, 3-amino-N-(carboxymethyl)-N,N-dimethyl-, N-C8-18(even-numbered)-acyl derivs., hydroxides, inner salts1-<3%
CAS: 97862-59-4surfactant
Limonene<5%
CAS: 5989-27-5fragrance
Linalool<5%
CAS: 78-70-6fragrance
Source: sds section 3
Safety Profile
Signal Word
WarningEye Hazard
H319 - Causes serious eye irritationSkin Hazard
H315 - Causes skin irritationCorrosive to Metals
NoFlammable
NoMild irritant profile typical for alkaline bug removers