
Fallout Iron Remover
thioglycolate-basediron-reactivecolor-changingpH-neutralready-to-useceramic-safe
Best Value
$0.35/oz
A thioglycolate-based iron remover that uses ammonium mercaptoacetate to chemically dissolve ferrous contamination on paint and wheels through color-changing reaction chemistry.
Key Chemistry
pH Level
5.0
Active Mechanism
thioglycolate chelation
Surfactants
4 (anionic, nonionic)
Expert Analysis
Uses ammonium mercaptoacetate at 10-20% concentration as the primary iron chelator, converting iron particles through thioglycolate chemistry that produces the characteristic purple color change. The mildly acidic pH of 5 provides effective iron dissolution while remaining gentle enough for regular use on automotive surfaces.
Key Differentiators
- •High concentration ammonium mercaptoacetate (10-20%) for strong iron chelation performance
- •Mildly acidic pH 5 formulation balances effectiveness with surface safety
Potential Concerns
- ⚠Characteristic sulfur odor requires use in well-ventilated areas
- ⚠Low ingredient transparency with only 9 listed components may limit informed usage decisions
Ingredients
ammonium mercaptoacetate10-20%
CAS: 5421-46-5iron removal agent
non-ionic surfactants<5%
CAS: N/Asurfactant
anionic surfactants<5%
CAS: N/Asurfactant
perfumes<5%
CAS: N/Afragrance
Alkyl polyglucosyde C8-C10N/D
CAS: 68515-73-1surfactant
Sodium Laureth SulphateN/D
CAS: 9004-82-4surfactant
1-(5,6,7,8-Tetrahydro-3,5,5,6,8,8-hexamethyl-2-naphthyl)ethan-1-one (Fixolid)N/D
CAS: 1506-02-1fragrance
Butylated hydroxytolueneN/D
CAS: 128-37-0antioxidant
Benzyl salicylateN/D
CAS: 118-58-1fragrance
Source: sds only
Safety Profile
Signal Word
WarningEye Hazard
Skin Hazard
May cause an allergic skin reactionCorrosive to Metals
NoFlammable
No