Koch-Chemie Autoshampoo

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Koch-Chemie Autoshampoo

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Koch-Chemie Autoshampoo is a phosphate and NTA-free vehicle shampoo for gantry, wash system and hand washing, aimed at professional and gantry car wash operators.

  • Cleans exterior dirt effectively
  • Suitable for hand washing
  • Works in wash systems
  • Uses surfactant cleaning technology
  • Phosphate and NTA free
  • Provides mild thorough cleaning
  • Highly economical in use
  • Professional Koch-Chemie formula
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Koch-Chemie Autoshampoo is a phosphate and NTA-free vehicle shampoo for gantry, wash system and hand washing, aimed at professional and gantry car wash operators.

Phosphate and NTA-free vehicle shampoo for gantry washing systems, wash systems and hand washing. The combination of anionic and non-ionic surfactants guarantees mild and thorough cleaning. Optimally suited as well for biological service water treatment plants. VDA conform to class A.

Key features:

  • Phosphate and NTA-free formula
  • Anionic and non-ionic surfactant blend
  • VDA conform to class A
  • Suited to biological service water treatment plants

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Key features

  • Vehicle Shampoo
  • pH 9 Formula
  • Phosphate Free
  • NTA Free
  • VDA Class A

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Expert Notes

Koch-Chemie Autoshampoo is a concentrated professional vehicle shampoo designed for hand washing, gantry wash systems and commercial wash systems. The formula uses a combination of anionic and non-ionic surfactants to deliver mild but thorough cleaning of exterior dirt, traffic film and general wash contamination. It is not a gloss additive, wax shampoo or protection product. Its job is straightforward cleaning with reliable dilution control and strong professional usability. With a listed pH value of 9, Autoshampoo has more cleaning strength than many neutral maintenance shampoos, so it should be used at the correct dilution, kept wet on the surface and rinsed thoroughly. It is a strong choice for workshops, trade users and detailers who want a simple Koch-Chemie shampoo for regular exterior washing without unnecessary additives.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Paintwork
  • Satin Paint
  • Matte Paint
  • Wrap safe
  • Commercial vehicles
  • Hand wash buckets
  • Exterior plastics

Caution: Always test on an inconspicuous area before full use. Do not allow the shampoo to dry on the surface. Use on cool panels away from direct sunlight and rinse thoroughly after washing. Use the correct dilution on protected, sensitive or freshly refinished vehicles.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Vehicle Shampoo
Brand
Koch-Chemie
Product Code
As
Formula Type
Concentrated Shampoo
pH Value
9
Surfactant Type
Anionic And Non-Ionic Surfactants
Phosphate Free
Yes
NTA Free
Yes
Application Methods
Hand Washing, Gantry Wash Systems And Wash Systems
Hand Wash Dilution
1:150
Recommended Shampoo Usage
6-10ml Per Car
Dosing Pump Use
Neat To 1:10
VDA Classification
Class A
Protection Product
No
Wax Added
No
Gloss Additive
No
Available Store Sizes
1L, 10L And 21L
Official Koch-Chemie Containers
1L, 11kg, 21kg And 210kg
Package type
Plastic bottle
Vehicle application area
Exterior
Vehicle type
Car

How To Use

  1. Rinse the vehicle thoroughly to remove loose dirt and grit.
  2. Dilute Autoshampoo at approximately 1:150 in a clean wash bucket.
  3. Use clean wash media suitable for vehicle paintwork.
  4. Wash from the cleaner upper areas down to the dirtier lower areas.
  5. Rinse the wash media regularly during the wash process.
  6. Do not allow shampoo residue to dry on the surface.
  7. Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with clean water.
  8. Dry using a clean microfibre drying towel.

Wash system use

  1. Use through a suitable dosing pump or wash system.
  2. Apply neat or diluted up to 1:10 depending on the equipment.
  3. Adjust dosage according to equipment setup and cleaning requirement.
  4. Follow Koch-Chemie guidance of 6 to 10ml shampoo per car.
  5. Ensure even product distribution during the wash cycle.
  6. Rinse the vehicle thoroughly after cleaning.
  7. Check panels for remaining residue before drying.

Top Tip: Use Autoshampoo at the correct dilution and do not let it dry on the vehicle. More product does not automatically mean a safer or better wash.

Performance Benefits

  • Cleans exterior dirt effectively
  • Suitable for hand washing
  • Uses surfactant cleaning technology
  • Phosphate and NTA free
  • Highly economical in use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Koch-Chemie Autoshampoo pH neutral?

No, Koch-Chemie lists Autoshampoo with a pH value of 9.

What is Koch-Chemie Autoshampoo used for?

It is a concentrated vehicle shampoo for hand washing, gantry wash systems and professional wash systems.

What dilution should I use for hand washing?

Koch-Chemie lists hand wash dilution at 1:150.

How much Autoshampoo is recommended per car?

Koch-Chemie lists recommended shampoo usage at 6 to 10ml per passenger car.

Is Autoshampoo phosphate free?

Yes, Koch-Chemie lists Autoshampoo as phosphate free and NTA free.

Does Autoshampoo contain wax?

No, it is a vehicle shampoo and cleaner, not a wax shampoo or protection product.

Can Autoshampoo be used in professional wash systems?

Yes, it is designed for gantry wash systems, wash systems and hand washing.

Can Autoshampoo be left to dry?

No, do not allow the shampoo to dry on the surface. Rinse thoroughly after washing.

What official container sizes does Koch-Chemie list?

Koch-Chemie lists 1L, 11kg, 21kg and 210kg containers.

Is Autoshampoo suitable for regular exterior washing?

Yes, it is suitable for regular vehicle washing when diluted correctly and used with safe wash methods.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Pre-rinse before hand washing.
  2. Use the correct dilution for the job.
  3. Do not let shampoo dry on the vehicle.
  4. Wash in shaded conditions where possible.
  5. Use clean wash media for paintwork.
  6. Keep wheel tools separate from paintwork tools.
  7. Rinse thoroughly after washing.
  8. Use 1L for home use and larger sizes for trade refills.
  9. Ideal for workshops and professional wash setups.

The Brand

Koch-Chemie

Koch-Chemie (often written Koch Chemie) is a German car care maker from Unna. Hans Koch, a trained carpenter unhappy with the vehicle care products of the time, began mixing his own polishes in his garage in 1968 and founded Koch-Chemie GmbH. The company moved to its Unna headquarters in 1971, developed its Star range in 1990, and has been part of the French Novarc Group since June 2017. It is one of the few companies in the trade that researches, produces and sells its own products, with development and production in Unna, and many of its products are tested and approved by car manufacturers.

At The Drivers HQ we stock Koch-Chemie online with UK delivery and in our Ilkeston shop. Our customers' favourites are Green Star, Gentle Snow Foam, Pol Star, Micro Cut M3.02 and One Cut & Finish P6.02.

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Koch-Chemie Micro Cut and Finish P3.01, Heavy Cut H9.02, Micro Cut M2.02 and Headlight Polish 1 on a black display plinth in a photo studio

Koch-Chemie products by job

Pre-wash and wash. Gentle Snow Foam is a pH-neutral, cherry-scented foam that does not attack waxed or sealed paint. Use about 20ml per litre of water in a foam sprayer, or 50ml in 10 litres as a hand-wash shampoo, and add 10 to 30ml of Green Star to the mix for an active foam on stubborn dirt and insects. Green Star is the alkaline universal cleaner: 1:5 to 1:30 for exteriors and engines, 1:10 to 1:20 for interiors and textiles. Never let it dry or use it on hot panels. Active Foam, Autoshampoo and Ceramic Effect Shampoo complete the wash range, and Magic Wheel Cleaner is the wheel cleaner.

Decontamination and preparation. Eulex and Eulex M remove adhesive and stains, Orange Power lifts adhesive, tree resin and rubber marks, and Panel Preparation Spray cleans the paint before polishing or coating.

Machine polishing. Koch-Chemie gives its machine polishes a cut and gloss rating, and Heavy Cut H9.02, Fine Cut F6.01 and Micro Cut M3.02 are silicone-oil-free. Heavy Cut H9.02 (cut 9.0, gloss 6.0) takes out deep scratches and sanding marks up to 1,200 grit, Fine Cut F6.01 (cut 6.0, gloss 7.0) removes wash marks and 2500-grade sanding marks, and Micro Cut M3.02 (cut 3.2, gloss 9.0) removes holograms, fine scratches and P3000 sanding marks for the final gloss. One Cut & Finish P6.02 (cut 6.0, gloss 8.0) corrects and seals in one step. We also stock Heavy Cut H8.02, Heavy Quick Cut B9.01, Micro Cut M2.02, Micro Cut & Finish P3.01 and the P1.03 and P2.03 finish polishes, plus Headlight Polish 1 and 2 for clouded lenses.

Gloss and protection. ProtectorWax, QF Quick Finish, Quick & Shine and Finish Spray Exterior keep the gloss up between details, and the Coating Towel 5 Pack wipes off residue.

Interior, plastics and glass. Pol Star cleans textiles, leather and Alcantara, COLOURLOCK Leather Care looks after leather, and Allround Surface Cleaner and MZR clean hard interior surfaces. Plast Star is a silicone-free plastic care, alongside Gummifix, Motorplast and Hydro Plast Care. Glas Star and Glass Cleaner Pro clean glass, and Fresh Up tackles odours.

Shop Koch-Chemie by type: snow foam, all purpose cleaners, heavy cut compounds, finishing polishes, quick detailers and glass cleaners.

Koch-Chemie Micro Cut and Finish P3.01 and Heavy Cut H9.02 on a detailing trolley in front of a black BMW M2 Competition having its bonnet machine polished

Choosing a Koch-Chemie polish

Koch-Chemie rates its machine polishes for cut (how much they remove) and gloss (how much shine they leave), so you can pick the stage that matches the paint.

  • Heavy Cut H9.02 (cut 9.0, gloss 6.0) is the first stage on heavily weathered paint, deep scratches and sanding marks up to 1,200 grit. It suits soft and scratch-resistant paint. Koch-Chemie recommends a rotary polisher at medium speed and pressure, then a finishing stage with Micro Cut M3.02 or Micro Cut & Finish P3.01.
  • Fine Cut F6.01 (cut 6.0, gloss 7.0) is the middle stage for medium to heavily weathered paint and wash marks, at no more than 2,000rpm. Remove any streaks it leaves with Micro Cut M3.02.
  • Micro Cut M3.02 (cut 3.2, gloss 9.0) is the finishing polish. It removes holograms and fine scratches rather than filling them, which makes it the one to finish dark and sensitive colours.
  • One Cut & Finish P6.02 (cut 6.0, gloss 8.0) corrects and seals in one step, with carnauba wax, on a dual action polisher with at least a 15mm stroke: five pea-sized drops on the pad. Keep it off painted plastics and rubber.

Use a separate pad for each polish, keep off hot panels and store polishes away from frost and heat. For the pads and machines, see our polishing pads and polishing machines.

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