$0.09COST/WASH
A concentrated alkaline car shampoo featuring sodium alkyl benzene sulfonic acid as its primary surfactant for high-foaming wash action on all vehicle surfaces. Rain-X High Foaming Car Wash ranks #1 for value among 70 car shampoos based on cost per wash. The formulation is also verified biodegradable based on SDS ecological data.
Key Chemistry
pH Level
8.8
Active Mechanism
anionic surfactant cleaning
Surfactants
1 (anionic)
Expert Analysis
This concentrate relies on a single anionic surfactant (sodium alkyl benzene sulfonic acid) at a substantial 7-13% concentration to generate cleaning power and foam density. The alkaline pH of 8.8 helps emulsify oils and road grime while remaining gentle enough to preserve existing wax layers.
Key Differentiators
- •Exceptionally simple two-ingredient formula with full transparency - rare clarity in the car wash market
- •High concentration of primary surfactant (7-13%) delivers substantial dilution ratio of 1:128 for cost efficiency
Potential Concerns
- ⚠Single-surfactant system may lack the cleaning versatility and mildness of multi-surfactant blends
- ⚠Alkaline pH could potentially affect sensitive coatings or sealants over time with frequent use
Ingredients
WATER60-100
CAS: 7732-18-5Solvent
SODIUM ALKYL BENZENE SULFONIC ACID7-13
CAS: 68081-81-2Surfactant
Source: sds only
Safety Profile
Signal Word
NoneEye Hazard
May cause eye irritation with susceptible personsSkin Hazard
No known hazard in contact with skinCorrosive to Metals
NoFlammable
No
