Koch-Chemie Hydro Plast Care HPC

Water-dilutable plastic and rubber care

Koch-Chemie Hydro Plast Care HPC

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Koch-Chemie Hydro Plast Care is a water-dilutable plastic care concentrate for interior and exterior plastic and rubber, aimed at detailers wanting an adjustable, factory-look finish.

  • Adjustable finish level
  • Refreshes plastic and rubber
  • Protects against UV damage
  • Helps resist new soiling
  • Solvent-free formula
  • Works inside and outside
  • Suitable for tyres and bumpers
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Koch-Chemie Hydro Plast Care is a water-dilutable plastic care concentrate for interior and exterior plastic and rubber, aimed at detailers wanting an adjustable, factory-look finish.

A water-dilutable plastic care concentrate with a subtle vanilla fragrance for refreshing plastic and rubber parts for the interior and exterior. Hydro Plast Care is free of solvents and the gloss level can be adjusted by diluting with water. Surfaces are protected against soiling and UV radiation while maintaining a factory finish.

Key features:

  • Water-dilutable, adjustable gloss
  • Subtle vanilla fragrance
  • Free of solvents
  • Protects against soiling and UV radiation

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Key features

  • Water-Dilutable Dressing
  • Solvent-Free Formula
  • UV Protection
  • Vanilla Fragrance

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Expert Notes

Koch-Chemie Hydro Plast Care is a water-dilutable trim and rubber care product designed for users who want control over the final finish. Used neat or at 1:1, it gives a high-gloss look. Diluted further, it can be taken down to medium gloss, satin or a more natural finish. That makes it more flexible than a fixed-finish dressing, especially for detailers working across interiors, bumpers, tyres, door panels and exterior plastics. The solvent-free formula is useful where a water-based care product is preferred, while the protective finish helps reduce soiling and UV damage. It should still be used with care around controls and traction surfaces because any dressing that increases smoothness is unsuitable for pedals, steering wheels and tyre tread.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Interior plastics
  • Exterior plastics
  • Rubber trim
  • Door panels
  • Cockpit plastics
  • Rubber seals
  • Textured plastic trim
  • Tyre sidewalls

Caution: Do not apply to pedals, steering wheels, tyre tread or any surface where added smoothness is unsafe. Do not apply to displays or polycarbonates. Protect from frost and excessive heat.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Water-Dilutable Plastic Care
Brand
Koch-Chemie
Product Name
Hydro Plast Care
Product Code
HPC
Formula Type
Solvent-Free Plastic And Rubber Care Concentrate
Fragrance
Subtle Vanilla
Primary Use
Interior And Exterior Plastic And Rubber Refreshing
Surface Protection
Protects Against Soiling And UV Radiation
Finish Control
Adjustable By Dilution
High Gloss Dilution
Neat Or 1:1
Medium Gloss Dilution
1:2
Satin Finish Dilution
1:3
Natural Finish Dilution
1:4
Application Method
Spray Bottle Or Sponge
Drying Method
Allow To Dry And Wipe If Required
Display Use
Not Suitable
Polycarbonate Use
Not Suitable
Available Sizes
1L And 5L
1L Article Number
476001
5L Article Number
476005

How To Use

Choosing the finish

  1. Use neat or 1:1 for a high-gloss finish.
  2. Use 1:2 for a medium-gloss finish.
  3. Use 1:3 for a satin finish.
  4. Use 1:4 for a natural finish.
  5. Mix only the amount needed for the job.
  6. Shake before use.

Interior plastic application

  1. Clean the surface before applying Hydro Plast Care.
  2. Apply a small amount using a sponge or microfibre applicator.
  3. Spread evenly across the plastic surface.
  4. Avoid screens, controls, steering wheels and pedals.
  5. Allow the product to dry.
  6. Wipe with a microfibre towel if required.

Exterior plastic and rubber application

  1. Clean and dry the trim or rubber surface first.
  2. Apply Hydro Plast Care using a sponge or spray bottle.
  3. Spread the product evenly across the surface.
  4. Allow it to dry naturally.
  5. Wipe away excess product if needed.
  6. Avoid tyre tread and areas where slipperiness could be unsafe.

Top Tip: Choose the dilution based on the finish you want before applying. Use 1:4 for a natural look and stronger mixes only when more gloss is required.

Performance Benefits

  • Adds UV surface protection
  • Helps reduce dirt bonding
  • Dries to a maintained finish

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Koch-Chemie Hydro Plast Care used for?

Hydro Plast Care is used to refresh and protect interior and exterior plastic and rubber surfaces such as cockpits, door panels, tyres and bumpers.

Can Hydro Plast Care be diluted?

Yes, it can be diluted with water to adjust the finish from high gloss to natural.

What dilution gives a high-gloss finish?

Koch-Chemie recommends using it neat or diluted 1:1 for a high-gloss finish.

What dilution gives a natural finish?

Koch-Chemie recommends 1:4 for a natural finish.

Is Hydro Plast Care solvent-free?

Yes, Koch-Chemie lists Hydro Plast Care as solvent-free.

Can I use Hydro Plast Care on tyres?

Yes, it can be used on tyre sidewalls, but never apply it to tyre tread.

Can I use it on interior plastics?

Yes, it is suitable for interior plastics such as cockpits and door panels, but avoid steering wheels, pedals, displays and polycarbonates.

Does Hydro Plast Care protect against UV?

Yes, Koch-Chemie states it protects surfaces against soiling and UV radiation.

What does Hydro Plast Care smell like?

It has a subtle vanilla fragrance.

What sizes are available?

This listing covers 1L and 5L sizes.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Clean the surface before applying.
  2. Use a sponge for controlled application.
  3. Dilute to match the finish required.
  4. Use 1:4 for a natural interior look.
  5. Use stronger mixes for exterior trim gloss.
  6. Do not apply to pedals or steering wheels.
  7. Avoid tyre tread completely.
  8. Keep away from displays and polycarbonates.
  9. Wipe excess product if the finish looks uneven.

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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