Chemical Guys Sticky Citrus Wheel Cleaner Gel — 1 Gallon concentrated, clingy citrus formula for safe brake-dust removal

How does Sticky Citrus Gel remove heavy brake dust and grime?

The gel’s thick viscosity clings to surfaces and allows oxygen-based cleaners and citrus solvents to penetrate and suspend brake dust, tar and oily road film. Minimal scrubbing is required because the formula lifts contaminants from the substrate for easy removal with a rinse or light agitation.

• Clingy gel formula holds cleaner on vertical wheel faces and barrels
• Oxygen generators agitate and loosen embedded grime
• Citrus extracts dissolve oils and organic residue
• Rinses easily without leaving slick residues

Will this product harm painted, plated or aftermarket wheels?

Sticky Citrus Gel is designed to be safe on most OEM and aftermarket finishes because it avoids highly caustic acids found in some wheel cleaners. Always follow label directions and do a small spot test on delicate or custom finishes before treating the entire wheel.

• Formulated without strong acids that etch or dull finishes
• Safe for painted, polished, chromed and powder-coated wheels
• Suitable for wrapped and carbon-fiber wheels with spot testing
• Gentle enough for suspension parts and brake components

How do I use the wheel cleaner for best results?

Spray the gel evenly across the wheel and let it dwell briefly so the formula can suspend contaminants. Agitate stubborn brake dust with a soft horsehair wheel brush and rinse thoroughly; repeat if necessary for heavily soiled areas.

• Apply to cool, dry wheels away from direct sun
• Allow a short dwell time — do not let dry on surface
• Agitate with a horsehair brush for heavy brake dust
• Rinse thoroughly with low-pressure water

How does the one-gallon size benefit professional detailers and enthusiasts?

The 128 fl oz (1 gallon) container reduces refill frequency and delivers cost-efficiency for shops, mobile detailers and home enthusiasts who clean multiple vehicles. The larger size keeps storage and usage streamlined while maintaining the same concentrated cleaning power as smaller sizes.

• Economical for repeated or fleet wheel cleaning
• Less packaging waste than many smaller bottles
• Consistent product performance across multiple uses
• Easy to decant into spray bottles for station use

This product suits professional detailers, car enthusiasts, and everyday vehicle owners who want a powerful, safer alternative to acidic wheel cleaners. If you need a formula that clings to vertical surfaces, lifts heavy brake dust with minimal scrubbing, and rinses clean from a wide range of wheel materials, the Chemical Guys Sticky Citrus Wheel Cleaner Gel is made for you.