Citrus Wash Pre Wash Cleaner

Mosschem Citrus Wash Cleaner

Citrus Wash Pre Wash Cleaner

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Citrus Wash Pre Wash Cleaner Citrus Wash Pre Wash Cleaner £8.00

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The Citrus Wash Pre-Wash Cleaner is a powerful citrus-based multi-purpose cleaner and pre-wash solution developed to rapidly break down road grime, traffic film, bug residue and organic contamination before the contact wash stage. Combining advanced detergents with citrus-derived cleaning agents, Citrus Wash delivers fast-acting cleaning performance across a wide range of exterior automotive surfaces.

  • Mosschem Citrus Wash Cleaner
  • Concentrated formula
  • For use with a foam lance or foam sprayer
  • Citrus-based
  • Available in 500ml and 5L
  • Loosens road film before the contact wash
  • Cuts the risk of wash marring
  • Targets lower panels and dirty areas
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Full Description

The Citrus Wash Pre-Wash Cleaner is a powerful citrus-based multi-purpose cleaner and pre-wash solution developed to rapidly break down road grime, traffic film, bug residue and organic contamination before the contact wash stage. Combining advanced detergents with citrus-derived cleaning agents, Citrus Wash delivers fast-acting cleaning performance across a wide range of exterior automotive surfaces.

Designed for versatility, this concentrated formula can be diluted for everything from light maintenance cleaning through to heavy degreasing duties, making it ideal for enthusiasts, valeters and professional detailing environments alike.

Suitable for painted surfaces, plastics, vinyl, rubber trims, wheel areas and engine bay cleaning, Citrus Wash works effectively as both a dedicated pre-wash treatment and a general-purpose exterior cleaner.

Key Features

  • Citrus-powered pre-wash cleaner
  • Breaks down traffic film and grime rapidly
  • Concentrated multi-purpose cleaning formula
  • Suitable for paintwork, plastics and rubber trims
  • Adjustable dilution ratios for different tasks
  • Effective bug and organic contamination remover
  • Suitable for maintenance and heavy cleaning

Technical Information

Specification Details
Product Type Citrus pre-wash cleaner
Formula Type Concentrated citrus detergent
Surface Compatibility Paintwork, plastics, vinyl, rubber, wheel areas
Application Method Trigger spray, pump sprayer or foam sprayer
Dilutable Yes
Degreasing Capability Yes
Bug Removal Yes

Performance Characteristics

  • Rapidly breaks down road grime and traffic film
  • Effective on bug splatter and organic contamination
  • Versatile cleaning performance across multiple surfaces
  • Adjustable strength for light cleaning or degreasing
  • Suitable for regular maintenance washes
  • Helps reduce contamination before contact washing

Recommended Dilutions

Cleaning Task Dilution Ratio
Light cleaning 100:1
General cleaning 50:1
Heavy cleaning 30:1
Degreasing 10:1


Dilution strength can be adjusted depending on contamination levels and cleaning requirements.

Recommended Application Method

  1. Dilute Citrus Wash according to the required task
  2. Apply only to cool surfaces
  3. Spray directly onto the area being cleaned
  4. Allow the product to dwell for up to 5 minutes
  5. Do not allow the product to dry on surfaces
  6. Rinse thoroughly using clean water or a pressure washer

Suitable Applications

  • Vehicle pre-wash stage
  • Traffic film removal
  • Bug residue cleaning
  • Engine bay degreasing
  • Rubber and plastic trim cleaning
  • Wheel and arch cleaning
  • Moss and organic contamination removal

Benefits

  • Highly versatile exterior cleaner
  • Adjustable strength for multiple detailing tasks
  • Effective cleaning without needing multiple products
  • Ideal for both maintenance and heavy-duty cleaning
  • Suitable for enthusiasts and professional valeters
  • Economical concentrated formula

Health & Safety

  • Avoid contact with skin and eyes
  • Wear gloves and eye protection during use
  • Wash hands thoroughly after handling
  • Keep out of reach of children
  • Harmful to aquatic life with long-lasting effects
  • May cause allergic reaction in sensitive users
  • Do not allow product to dry on surfaces

HQ Suggests (Tips & Insights)

  • 💡 Lower panels and rear bumpers benefit most from stronger dilution ratios during winter months.
  • 💡 Always apply to cool panels out of direct sunlight.
  • 💡 Excellent pre-treatment before snow foam application.
  • 💡 Use a dedicated pump sprayer for faster coverage on larger vehicles.
  • 💡 Stronger degreasing dilutions work well on engine bays and door shuts.

The Citrus Wash Pre-Wash Cleaner is part of the online range at The Drivers HQ, where our team can advise on pre-wash systems, snow foam setups and safe wash processes. We also provide fast, reliable UK-wide delivery for enthusiasts, valeters and professional detailers.

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Key features

  • Citrus Wash Cleaner
  • Concentrated
  • Lance Ready
  • Citrus Power
  • 2 Sizes

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Expert Notes

The Mosschem Citrus Wash Cleaner is a concentrated citrus-based pre-wash used before a contact wash. It is for use with a foam lance or foam sprayer. It comes in 500ml and 5L. Mosschem lists dilution ratios of 100:1, 50:1, 30:1 and 10:1, with stronger mixes for heavier contamination. Spray it on a cool car from the bottom up, let it dwell without drying, agitate trims with a soft brush and rinse thoroughly before the contact wash. Keep it away from eyes and out of reach of children, and store it upright out of direct sunlight.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Lower panels and sills
  • Bumpers
  • Wheel arches
  • Painted bodywork
  • Exterior plastic trim
  • Door shuts

Caution: Test on a small area first, work in the shade and never let it dry on the surface. Keep it away from eyes and out of reach of children.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Pre-Wash
Brand
Mosschem
Product
Citrus Wash Cleaner
Use
Pre-Washing Before A Contact Wash
Size
500ml, 5L
Formula
Concentrated
Base
Citrus
Dilution
100:1 To 10:1
Application Method
Foam Lance

How To Use

Applying it

  1. Dilute it as the bottle directs for the level of dirt.
  2. Spray it onto a cool, dry car from the bottom up.
  3. Leave it to dwell without letting it dry.
  4. Agitate badges and trims with a soft brush if needed.
  5. Rinse it off thoroughly with a pressure washer.

Next steps

  1. Follow with a contact wash.
  2. Rinse the sprayer through after use.
  3. Store it upright and sealed.
  4. Keep it out of direct sunlight.

Top Tip: Working on a cool, dry car in the shade gives the pre-wash time to dwell without drying.

Performance Benefits

  • Loosens road film before the wash
  • Cuts the risk of wash marring
  • Rinses away cleanly
  • A first step in a safe wash
  • Works with a pump sprayer
  • Suits regular maintenance washes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it for?

It is a Mosschem pre-wash for pre-washing before a contact wash.

How much do I use?

Mosschem lists dilution ratios of 100:1, 50:1, 30:1 and 10:1, with stronger mixes for heavier contamination.

What sizes are available?

It comes in 500ml and 5L.

Can I use it in direct sunlight?

No, work in the shade on cool panels so it never dries on the surface.

Who makes it?

It is made by Mosschem and sold by The Drivers HQ.

What else do I need?

A pump sprayer, a soft detailing brush and a pressure washer to rinse.

How should I store it?

Store it upright with the cap on, out of direct sunlight and frost, and out of reach of children.

Do you deliver across the UK?

Yes, The Drivers HQ offers UK-wide delivery.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Test on a small area first.
  2. Work in the shade on cool panels.
  3. Spray from the bottom up.
  4. Never let it dry on the surface.
  5. Use a soft brush on badges and trims.
  6. Follow with a two bucket wash.
  7. Rinse the sprayer after use.
  8. Order online with UK-wide delivery from The Drivers HQ.

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The Brand

Mosschem

Mosschem is a UK car care brand that makes its products in Stoke-on-Trent. It formulates vehicle care for enthusiasts, professionals and businesses, draws on its own detailing experience, and also makes bespoke private label formulations for other brands. Mosschem quotes more than 20 years of industry experience, over 5,000 vehicles detailed and more than 300 products manufactured.

At The Drivers HQ we stock Mosschem online with UK-wide delivery, including Megafoam Snow Foam, Citrus Wash Pre Wash and Luxe Luxury Shampoo.

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Mosschem pre-wash and shampoo

Mosschem pre-wash and shampoo

Snow foam. Megafoam is a highly concentrated, very thick snow foam that clings to the car for longer dwell, loosening dirt, traffic film and road grime before the contact wash. It dilutes up to 50:1: add 50 to 200ml to your foam lance bottle, depending on how thick you want the foam.

Citrus pre-wash. Citrus Wash blends detergents with citrus-based cleaning agents for road grime, traffic film, bug residue and moss on paint, plastics, vinyl, rubber and wheel areas. It is concentrated, so you dilute it to suit the job, and it goes on cool surfaces.

The full pre-wash. The Pre Wash System Bundle puts Non Acidic Wheel Cleaner, Traffic Film Remover and Ultra Snow Foam together in the order trade valeters work: wheels first, heavy grime second, then the whole car in foam.

Shampoo. Luxe Luxury Shampoo is a pearlised shampoo with rich foam and plenty of lubrication that lifts dirt and traffic film and leaves a glossy finish. It dilutes up to 2000:1 and has a cherry almond fragrance.

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Mosschem decontamination, interior and tyres

Fallout. Purify is a ready to use, non-acidic fallout remover for embedded iron, brake dust and industrial fallout on clear-coated paint, alloys, glass and plastics. It changes colour as it reacts, so you can see the contamination coming out.

Interior fabrics. Extract is a high-foaming, water-based cleaner that lifts dirt, grime and water marks from carpets, seats, mats, roof linings and fabric trim, and it is suitable for interior plastics and rubber too.

Tyres. Tyre Shine is a ready to use rubber and plastic dressing in trade sizes, for a rich, dark, high-gloss finish on tyres, rubber trims, window rubbers and plastic arches that resists wash-off.

Working safely. Test any cleaner on a hidden area first, keep products off a hot surface, and rinse decontamination products away before they dry.

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