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A consumer-grade alkaline bug and tar remover using butoxyethanol solvent and specialized surfactants for pre-wash contamination removal. Meguiar's Bug & Tar Remover ranks #3 gentlest among 27 bug removers, offering a lower-risk formulation for use on coated, wrapped, and sensitive paint surfaces.
Key Chemistry
pH Level
8.0
Active Mechanism
alkaline dissolution
Surfactants
0 (anionic)
Expert Analysis
Uses butoxyethanol as the primary solvent at pH 8 to dissolve tar while anionic surfactants rehydrate and loosen dried insect remains. The alkaline formulation helps break down protein-based bug residues while the solvent tackles petroleum-based tar contamination.
Key Differentiators
- •Extended-cling foam formula allows longer dwell time for enhanced effectiveness
- •Dual-action chemistry targets both protein-based bugs and petroleum-based tar
Potential Concerns
- ⚠Danger signal word indicates hazardous formulation requiring careful handling
- ⚠Alkaline pH may not be suitable for all paint protection films or sensitive surfaces
Ingredients
Isobutane
1 - 5
CAS: 75-28-5Propellant
Water
N/D
CAS: 7732-18-5Diluent
Petroleum Gases, Liquefied, Sweetened
N/D
CAS: 68476-86-8Propellant
Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
N/D
CAS: 68439-57-6Foam Booster
Butoxyethanol
N/D
CAS: 111-76-2Degreaser
Corrosion Inhibitor System
N/D
CAS: Withheld as CBICorrosion Inhibitor
Sodium Nitrite
N/D
CAS: 7632-00-0Corrosion Inhibitor
Butane
N/D
CAS: 106-97-8Propellant
Sodium Metasilicate
N/D
CAS: 6834-92-0Alkaline Cleaning Agent
Yellow 5
N/D
CAS: 1934-21-0Colorant
Triethanolamine
N/D
CAS: 102-71-6Neutralizer
Direct Blue 86
N/D
CAS: 1330-38-7Colorant
Source: manufacturer disclosure
Safety Profile
Signal Word
DangerEye Hazard
May cause eye irritationSkin Hazard
Not classifiedCorrosive to Metals
NoFlammable
NoPrimary hazards are from flammable propellants and cardiac sensitization potential
