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A high-concentration phosphoric acid wheel cleaner specifically formulated for chrome wire wheels and roughcast aluminum surfaces. Mothers Pro-Strength Chrome Wheel Cleaner has a pH of 1.0, placing it among the most acidic wheel cleaners; lower pH increases dissolving power against mineral deposits but requires more care around delicate finishes.
Key Chemistry
pH Level
1.0
Active Mechanism
acid dissolution
Surfactants
0
Expert Analysis
Uses a concentrated phosphoric acid solution (10-30%) at pH 1 to aggressively dissolve brake dust and metal oxides through chemical etching. The formulation relies purely on acid strength rather than surfactants, designed for spray-on, hose-off convenience on acid-resistant wheel finishes.
Key Differentiators
- •High phosphoric acid concentration (10-30%) for aggressive cleaning power
- •Chrome-specific formulation designed for acid-resistant finishes
Potential Concerns
- ⚠Extremely low pH (1) requires careful handling and PPE usage
- ⚠Limited ingredient disclosure shows only hazardous components from SDS data
Ingredients
Phosphoric acid10-30
CAS: 7664-38-2Cleaning agent
ALB5-10
CAS: WPS1123843Unknown
Source: sds only
Safety Profile
Signal Word
DangerEye Hazard
Causes serious eye damageSkin Hazard
Causes severe skin burnsCorrosive to Metals
YesFlammable
No
