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Synthetic X-Press Spray Wax

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Best Value

$0.30/oz

A ready-to-use carnauba wax emulsion spray designed for quick gloss enhancement and paint protection on both wet and dry surfaces.

Key Chemistry

pH Level

7.4

Active Mechanism

wax coating

Surfactants

2 (nonionic)

Expert Analysis

This spray wax combines traditional carnauba wax in an emulsified form with hydrophobic polymers to deliver both immediate gloss and water-repelling protection. The neutral pH formulation (7.4) with nonionic surfactants ensures gentle application while maintaining stability across the carnauba-synthetic polymer blend.

Key Differentiators

  • VOC-free formulation meets strict environmental regulations without compromising performance
  • Versatile application capability on both wet and dry surfaces with direct sunlight tolerance
  • Clear-drying formula that won't leave white residue on trim and rubber components

Potential Concerns

  • Spray wax format may provide less durability compared to paste or liquid wax applications
  • Carnauba content in emulsion form may offer shorter longevity than pure carnauba products

Ingredients

17 disclosed
Water80 - 100
CAS: 7732-18-5Diluent
POLY(DIMETHYLSILOXANE)< 2
CAS: 63148-62-9Gloss Enhancer
Carnauba Wax Blend EmulsionN/D
CAS: Withheld as CBIWax Additive
Organo-Modified Silicone SystemN/D
CAS: Withheld as CBIGloss Enhancer
Fragrance IngredientN/D
CAS: Withheld as CBIFragrance Component
C12-13 Alcohols EthoxylatedN/D
CAS: 66455-14-9Emulsifier
Laureth-9N/D
CAS: 9002-92-0Emulsifier
Orange OilN/D
CAS: 8008-57-9Fragrance Component
Hexyl CinnamalN/D
CAS: 101-86-0Fragrance Component
Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene CarboxaldehydeN/D
CAS: 31906-04-4Fragrance Component
Fragrance IngredientN/D
CAS: Withheld as CBIFragrance Component
Fragrance IngredientN/D
CAS: Withheld as CBIFragrance Component
Fragrance IngredientN/D
CAS: Withheld as CBIFragrance Component
Fragrance IngredientN/D
CAS: Withheld as CBIFragrance Component
Lemon OilN/D
CAS: 8008-56-8Fragrance Component
MethylchloroisothiazolinoneN/D
CAS: 26172-55-4Preservative
MethylisothiazolinoneN/D
CAS: 2682-20-4Preservative

Source: both

Safety Profile

Signal Word
None
Eye Hazard
Sprayed material may cause eye irritation. Signs/symptoms may include redness, swelling, pain, tearing, and blurred or hazy vision
Skin Hazard
Contact with the skin during product use is not expected to result in significant irritation
Corrosive to Metals
No
Flammable
No