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Wash & Wax

Biodegradable
$0.95COST/WASH

A concentrated pH-balanced car shampoo with integrated wax components designed for professional detailers using dilution equipment and foam cannon systems. P&S Wash & Wax is verified biodegradable based on SDS ecological data.

Key Chemistry

pH Level

8.5

Active Mechanism

anionic surfactant cleaning

Surfactants

5 (anionic, nonionic)

Expert Analysis

This formulation centers on Linear Dodecyl Benzene Sulfonate as the primary cleaning agent at 10-15% concentration, creating strong degreasing power balanced by nonionic co-surfactants for gentleness. The alkaline pH of 8.5 provides effective cleaning while remaining safe for clear coats and ceramic coatings, with the formula specifically engineered for extreme dilution ratios up to 128:1.

Key Differentiators

  • Ready-to-use formulation eliminates dilution guesswork compared to concentrate-only alternatives
  • Linear Dodecyl Benzene Sulfonate primary surfactant provides stronger cleaning power than typical soap-based shampoos
  • Alkaline pH of 8.5 optimized for wax integration while maintaining cleaning effectiveness

Potential Concerns

  • High concentration of anionic surfactant may cause skin irritation with prolonged direct contact despite 'easy on hands' claims
  • Alkaline pH may require thorough rinsing to prevent residue buildup over time

Ingredients

8 disclosed
Linear Dodecyl Benzene Sulfonate10-15%
CAS: 25155-30-0surfactant
Cocamide DEA3-7%
CAS: 111-42-2surfactant
Methyl Ethanolamine1-4%
CAS: 109-83-1pH adjustment
C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate1-3%
CAS: 68439-57-6surfactant
WaterN/D
CAS: 7732-18-5solvent
Dodecylbenzene Sulfonic AcidN/D
CAS: 85536-14-7surfactant
Cocamide DEAN/D
CAS: 61791-31-9surfactant
Synthetic WaxN/D
CAS: 9002-74-2beading

Source: both

Safety Profile

Signal Word
Warning
Eye Hazard
Causes serious eye irritation
Skin Hazard
Causes mild skin irritation
Corrosive to Metals
No
Flammable
No

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