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A consumer-grade solvent-based bug and tar remover with dual surfactant chemistry for removing stubborn organic contaminants from vehicle surfaces.
Key Chemistry
pH
N/D
Active Mechanism
solvent dissolution
Surfactants
2 (anionic, nonionic)
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Dean's TakeJan 22, 2026
I first tried this in a pinch while on a road trip through New Hampshire. Turtle Wax Bug & Tar Remover worked well on fresh splatter but was weaker on caked on guts.
Expert Analysis
Uses a combination of anionic and nonionic surfactants to tackle both protein-based bug residues and petroleum-based tar deposits. The dual surfactant approach allows the formula to emulsify different types of contaminants while maintaining stability in a ready-to-use format.
Key Differentiators
- •Dual anionic and nonionic surfactant system for versatile contaminant removal
- •No-drip spray formulation for controlled application on vertical surfaces
Ingredients
Petroleum distillates, hydrotreated light
<35%
CAS: 64742-47-8Solvent
Amides, tall-oil fatty, N,N-bis(hydroxyethyl)
<3%
CAS: 68155-20-4Emulsifier
Isopropyl alcohol
<3%
CAS: 67-63-0Solvent
2-Butoxyethanol
<2%
CAS: 111-76-2Solvent
Diethanolamine
<0.2%
CAS: 111-42-2unknown
Quartz
<0.06%
CAS: 14808-60-7Polishing agent
Sodium hydroxide
<0.008%
CAS: 1310-73-2pH adjustment
Ethylene glycol
<0.003%
CAS: 107-21-1unknown
Water
N/D
CAS: 7732-18-5Solvent
N/A
N/D
CAS: N/ASurfactant
Polydimethylsiloxane
N/D
CAS: N/ASilicone
Organoclay
N/D
CAS: N/APolishing agent
Dipentene
N/D
CAS: 68956-56-9Solvent
Triethanolamine
N/D
CAS: 102-71-6Detergent Additive
Dipropylene Glycol
N/D
CAS: 25265-71-8Solvent
Terpineol
N/D
CAS: 98-55-5Fragrance
Benzoisothiazolinone
N/D
CAS: 2634-33-5Preservative
Carnauba Wax
N/D
CAS: 8015-86-9Wax Additive
Hydrogenated Tallow Amines
N/D
CAS: 61790-59-8Surfactant
Safety Profile
Signal Word
WarningEye Hazard
H319 - Causes serious eye irritationSkin Hazard
H315 - Causes skin irritationCorrosive to Metals
NoFlammable
No
