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SIDERO Iron Remover Gel

$1.18BEST $/OZ

A thioglycolate-based iron remover gel featuring proprietary F.R.G. technology for enhanced surface adhesion and extended contact time on vertical surfaces. Labocosmetica SIDERO Iron Remover Gel ranks #1 for value among 36 iron removers based on effective price per ounce after dilution. The formulation is also verified biodegradable based on SDS ecological data.

Key Chemistry

pH Level

5.5

Active Mechanism

thioglycolate chelation

Surfactants

2 (anionic, nonionic)

Expert Analysis

Uses sodium mercaptoacetate at 10-20% concentration as the primary iron chelator in a gel matrix designed for superior surface cling. The F.R.G. (Fluid Reverse in Gel) technology maintains liquid-like application properties while providing gel-level adhesion, allowing for extended dwell times even when diluted.

Key Differentiators

  • Proprietary F.R.G. gel technology that combines liquid flowability with gel adhesion properties
  • Maintains effectiveness when diluted due to concentrated 10-20% active ingredient loading
  • Anti-limescale formulation addresses both iron contamination and mineral deposits

Potential Concerns

  • Moderate ingredient transparency with only 4 disclosed components may limit formulation understanding
  • Unknown dilution ratios could lead to improper mixing for optimal performance

Ingredients

4 disclosed
sodium mercaptoacetate10-20%
CAS: 367-51-1active ingredient
Alkyl polyglucosyde C8-C101-<3%
CAS: 68515-73-1surfactant
Sodium Laureth Sulphate1-<3%
CAS: 9004-82-4surfactant
2-butoxyethanol<1%
CAS: 111-76-2solvent

Source: sds only

Safety Profile

Signal Word
Warning
Eye Hazard
Causes serious eye irritation
Skin Hazard
May cause an allergic skin reaction
Corrosive to Metals
No
Flammable
No

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