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Carchem Sapphire Ceramic Wax

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Sapphire is CarChem's new SiO2 (silicone dioxide) based ceramic wax; delivering outstanding protection for your vehicle's paintwork.

  • SiO2 based ceramic wax
  • Carnauba, montan and bees waxes blended
  • Hydrophobic protection for paintwork
  • Contains natural fruit extract oils
  • Applied by hand with a foam pad
  • Hazes then buffs off with microfibre
  • Doubles as an alloy wheel sealant
  • Compact 100g size
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Full Description

Sapphire is CarChem's new SiO2 (silicone dioxide) based ceramic wax; delivering outstanding protection for your vehicle's paintwork.

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Tracked UK delivery, or collect eligible orders from our Ilkeston store.

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Key features

  • SiO2 Ceramic Wax
  • Hydrophobic Finish
  • Carnauba Blend
  • 100g Size
  • Wheel Sealant

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Expert Notes

Car-Chem Sapphire Ceramic Wax is a 100g SiO2 based ceramic wax developed by Car-Chem's in-house technical department. It combines SiO2 ceramic with carnauba, montan and bees waxes plus natural fruit extract oils, and Car-Chem states it provides excellent protection and hydrophobicity. It suits enthusiasts who like the hand application of a traditional wax but want a ceramic element in the finish. Apply it to decontaminated paint in the shade with a foam or sponge pad, one panel at a time, let it haze, buff with microfibre, then avoid driving for 24 hours. It can also seal alloy wheels. Pair it with clay and iron fallout decontamination, a wax-safe shampoo and soft buffing cloths.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Painted bodywork
  • Bonnets and roofs
  • Doors and wings
  • Painted bumpers
  • Alloy wheels
  • Decontaminated paintwork

Caution: Apply in the shade to a clean, cool, decontaminated panel, keep it off textured unpainted trim, and avoid driving for 24 hours after application for maximum protection.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Ceramic Car Wax
Brand
Car-Chem
Size
100g
Key Ingredients
SiO2 Ceramic, Carnauba, Montan And Bees Waxes, Natural Fruit Extract Oils
Colour
Blue
Key Property
Hydrophobic Protection
Application Method
Foam Or Sponge Applicator Pad, Small Circular Motions
Application Conditions
Shaded Area, One Panel At A Time
Cure Guidance
Do Not Drive For 24 Hours For Maximum Protection
Suitable For
Paintwork And Alloy Wheels

How To Use

Application

  1. Wash the vehicle and decontaminate the paintwork thoroughly before applying.
  2. Work in a shaded area on cool, dry panels.
  3. Load a foam or sponge applicator pad with a small amount of wax.
  4. Apply in small circular motions, one panel at a time.
  5. Allow the wax to haze, then buff off with a clean microfibre cloth.
  6. Use the same method on clean alloy wheels to seal them.

Aftercare

  1. Avoid driving the vehicle for 24 hours after application for maximum protection.
  2. Maintenance wash with a shampoo that will not strip wax.
  3. Avoid strong traffic film removers on waxed panels, as they can strip protection.
  4. Wash applicator pads and buffing cloths after each use.
  5. Close the lid and store the wax away from heat and frost.

Top Tip: Work one panel at a time in the shade so the wax hazes evenly and buffs off cleanly.

Performance Benefits

  • Protects paint from contamination
  • Treated paint repels water
  • Hazes and buffs off by hand
  • Applied panel by panel with foam pad
  • Rest 24 hours for maximum protection
  • Easy to use on paint and wheels

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sapphire Ceramic Wax made from?

Car-Chem Sapphire is an SiO2 based ceramic wax that also contains carnauba, montan and bees waxes plus natural fruit extract oils. It was developed by Car-Chem's in-house technical department.

How much wax do I get?

Sapphire Ceramic Wax is a 100g product, as listed by Car-Chem.

Does it repel water?

Yes, Car-Chem states that Sapphire provides excellent protection and hydrophobicity, so treated paint is designed to repel water.

How do I apply it?

Apply it with a foam or sponge applicator pad in small circular motions, one panel at a time. Allow it to haze, then buff with a clean microfibre cloth.

How long before I can drive the car?

For maximum protection, Car-Chem advises not driving the vehicle for 24 hours after application.

Can I use it on alloy wheels?

Yes. Car-Chem says Sapphire can also be used on alloy wheels as a sealant.

Do I need to prepare the paint first?

Yes. Car-Chem's instructions start with cleaning the vehicle and thoroughly decontaminating the paintwork before the wax goes on.

Where can I buy Sapphire Ceramic Wax?

Car-Chem Sapphire Ceramic Wax is available from The Drivers HQ with UK-wide delivery, and our walk-in store is in Ilkeston, Derbyshire.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Decontaminate the paint thoroughly before the first coat.
  2. Apply in the shade, never on a hot panel.
  3. Use small circular motions and a thin, even layer.
  4. Work and buff one panel at a time.
  5. Leave the car parked for 24 hours after application.
  6. Seal clean alloy wheels with the same wax.
  7. Use a fresh microfibre face for the final buff.
  8. Choose a wax-safe shampoo for maintenance washes.

The Brand

Car-Chem

Car-Chem is a car care manufacturer with an on-site laboratory, a dedicated research chemist and a production facility in Nottingham. The company says it has researched, developed and produced car care since 2010, and that its products are trusted by professionals and enthusiasts in over 40 countries. In 2024 it was acquired by Leading Solvent Supplies, a UK chemical group, and alongside its own Car-Chem range it develops and produces private label products for other businesses.

The Drivers HQ stocks Car-Chem across the whole wash and protection routine, with several products in 500ml and 5L sizes. For washing there is Pre Soak+ Snow Foam, Citrus Clean, Total Clean Traffic Film Remover, 1900:1 Shampoo and Clean Wheels. Protection comes from Sapphire Ceramic Wax, Connoisseur Carnauba Wax and Hydro Quick Detailer, with Prep Panel Wipe to ready the paint. Inside there is Interior Clean Coat, Hide Leather Cream and Refresh Odour Eliminator, and for glass, Pre Icer and Screen Wash Water Resistant.

Car-Chem suits enthusiasts who want to build a complete kit from one maker, and detailers who get through a lot of product, since the 5L sizes are handy for refilling smaller bottles. A typical routine starts with snow foam and a citrus pre-wash to loosen dirt before a careful contact wash with shampoo, then the wheels. Panel wipe removes oils before a ceramic or carnauba wax goes on, and a quick detailer keeps the finish topped up between washes. Glass and interior products finish the car inside and out.

Buy Car-Chem from The Drivers HQ with UK-wide delivery, or visit our walk-in store in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, where Click & Collect is free. Whether you are restocking a favourite shampoo in a larger size, trying a ceramic wax or putting together a winter glass kit with Pre Icer and screen wash, you can combine Car-Chem products with the rest of your detailing and car care essentials in a single order.

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Car Chem 1900:1 Shampoo (500ml and 5L) - The Drivers HQ

Developed and Made in Nottingham

Car-Chem describes itself as a manufacturer and innovator in the automotive care industry, and says it has researched, developed and produced car care since 2010. Its on-site laboratory, dedicated research chemist and production facility are in Nottingham, and the company says it maintains quality control at every stage so that every product and its packaging comply with UK and international regulatory standards.

In 2024 Car-Chem was acquired by Leading Solvent Supplies, a UK chemical group. The company says the move gives it greater investment in research and development and more production capacity, while it keeps its own brand identity and expert team. Its products, it says, are still developed and produced by Car-Chem at its Nottingham facility.

Alongside its own range, Car-Chem develops and produces private label products for businesses from global corporations to specialised niche brands. The company says its formulations are trusted by professionals and enthusiasts in over 40 countries.

CARCHEM SAPPHIRE CERAMIC WAX - The Drivers HQ

From Snow Foam to Ceramic Wax

Car-Chem describes 1900:1 Shampoo as a highly concentrated shampoo that cuts through dirt, grime and road contaminants while preserving waxes, sealants and ceramic coatings, with lubricants that give a smooth glide and reduce the risk of swirls, scratches and marring. Before the contact wash, Pre Soak+ Snow Foam lifts dirt and grime from exterior surfaces without stripping sealant or wax, and Citrus Clean is a versatile cleaner for jobs inside and outside the car, diluted with water to suit the task.

Clean Wheels is an acid-based spray cleaner that the brand says is suitable for alloy, painted and plastic-trimmed wheels, lifting brake dust, grit and grease. When the paint is clean, Prep Panel Wipe removes oils and silicones to leave a streak-free surface ready for last stage protection.

For that protection, The Drivers HQ stocks Sapphire, an SiO2 based ceramic wax, and Connoisseur Carnauba Wax, which protects against contamination while adding to the natural gloss of the paint, with Hydro Quick Detailer adding a thin layer of hydrophobic sealant between washes. Pre Icer is a glass coating that helps stop ice settling on treated glass, Screen Wash Water Resistant is a screen wash additive that coats the windscreen with a hydrophobic barrier, Hide Leather Cream moisturises leather and Refresh Odour Eliminator targets bad smells at the source.

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