Magic Wheel Cleaner
thioglycolate-basediron-reactiveprofessional-gradeready-to-usedanger-labelwheel-safe
Best Value
$0.83/oz
An iron-reactive wheel cleaner utilizing ammonium mercaptoacetate chemistry for dissolving ferrous brake dust contamination.
Key Chemistry
pH Level
5.5
Active Mechanism
thioglycolate chelation
Surfactants
2 (amphoteric, nonionic)
Expert Analysis
Uses ammonium mercaptoacetate at 10-25% concentration as the primary iron chelator, formulated at pH 5.5 to balance cleaning effectiveness with surface safety. The amphoteric and nonionic surfactant system provides wetting and soil suspension while the mercaptoacetate chemistry specifically targets iron particles for dissolution and removal.
Key Differentiators
- •High concentration ammonium mercaptoacetate (10-25%) for enhanced iron dissolution
- •Balanced pH 5.5 formulation reduces surface aggression compared to stronger acid cleaners
Potential Concerns
- ⚠Danger signal word indicates handling precautions required
- ⚠Mercaptoacetate chemistry may have stronger odor compared to alternative iron removers
Ingredients
ammonium-mercaptoacetate10-25%
CAS: 5421-46-5iron chelating agent
1-Propanaminium, 3-amino-N-(carboxymethyl)-N,N-dimethyl-, N-C8-18 (even numbered) acyl derivs., hydroxides, inner salts10-25%
CAS: 97862-59-4amphoteric surfactant
D-Glucopyranose, oligomeric, decyl octyl glycosides<2.5%
CAS: 68515-73-1nonionic surfactant
BUTHYLPHENYL METHYLPROPIONAL<5%
CAS: 80-54-6fragrance
CITRONELLOL<5%
CAS: 106-22-9fragrance
LIMONENE<5%
CAS: 5989-27-5fragrance
Source: sds section 3
Safety Profile
Signal Word
DangerEye Hazard
H318 - Causes serious eye damageSkin Hazard
H317 - May cause an allergic skin reactionCorrosive to Metals
NoFlammable
NoStrong safety profile requiring protective equipment