Koch-Chemie Magic Wheel Cleaner

Reactive acid-free wheel cleaner

Koch-Chemie Magic Wheel Cleaner

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Koch-Chemie Magic Wheel Cleaner is a viscous, acid-free rim cleaner, aimed at detailers wanting a clear iron-particle indicator while cleaning rims and rim wells.

  • Removes brake dust
  • Dissolves iron particles
  • Clings to wheel surfaces
  • Cleans rim barrels
  • Acid-free formula
  • Turns red on contamination
  • Works without harsh scrubbing
  • Suitable for regular wheel cleaning
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Full Description

Koch-Chemie Magic Wheel Cleaner is a viscous, acid-free rim cleaner, aimed at detailers wanting a clear iron-particle indicator while cleaning rims and rim wells.

Magic Wheel Cleaner is our powerful, viscous, acid-free rim cleaner that provides innovative performance to mildly and thoroughly clean rims and rim wells. Its reactive component dissolves iron particles with characteristic red discolouration. Special dispersing agents gently remove stubborn dirt from surfaces. The viscous setting ensures that the sprayed-on Magic Wheel Cleaner adheres excellently to the surface.

Key features:

  • Acid-free, viscous formula
  • Dissolves iron particles with red colour change
  • Gently removes stubborn dirt
  • Adheres to the surface for a longer dwell time

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Key features

  • Acid-Free Wheel Cleaner
  • Reactive Iron Remover
  • Red Bleeding Effect
  • Brake Dust Removal
  • pH 5.5 Formula

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Expert Notes

Koch-Chemie Magic Wheel Cleaner is the wheel cleaner to use when normal shampoo or a light APC is not enough for brake dust, iron fallout and stubborn road film. The viscous formula helps the product stay on the wheel face and rim barrel rather than running straight off, giving the cleaner time to work on contamination. Its reactive component dissolves iron particles with the familiar red colour change, while dispersing agents help lift stubborn dirt from the surface. It is acid-free, but it is still a strong wheel cleaner, so it should be used with proper care. Work on cool wheels, avoid direct sun, check compatibility first and rinse thoroughly after the 2 to 5 minute dwell time.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Painted alloy wheels
  • High-quality chromed wheels
  • Steel rims
  • Brake dust contamination
  • Iron particle contamination
  • Road grime on wheels
  • Suitable wheel wells with testing

Caution: Do not use on hot wheels, hot paint, hot surfaces or in direct sunlight. Use caution on damaged, corroded, unlacquered, polished, anodised, matte, satin, bare metal, diamond cut or freshly refurbished wheels unless suitability has been confirmed.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Reactive Wheel Cleaner
Brand
Koch-Chemie
Product Name
Magic Wheel Cleaner
Product Code
Mwc
Formula Type
Viscous Acid-Free Rim Cleaner
pH Value
5.5
Primary Use
Brake Dust, Iron Particle And Wheel Grime Removal
Reactive Colour Change
Red Discolouration On Iron Particles
Cleaner Type
Ready To Use
Dilution
Do Not Dilute
Dwell Time
2-5 Minutes
Rinse Method
High-Pressure Spray
Suitable Wheels
Painted Alloy Wheels, High-Quality Chromed Wheels And Steel Rims
Hot Surface Use
Not Suitable
Direct Sunlight Use
Not Suitable
Available Sizes
500ml And 10L
500ml Article Number
425500
10L Article Number
425010
Professional Use
Yes

How To Use

Wheel preparation

  1. Make sure the wheels are cool.
  2. Do not work in direct sunlight.
  3. Check wheel suitability before full use.
  4. Rinse loose dirt from the wheel if required.
  5. Shake the bottle briefly before use.

Application

  1. Spray Magic Wheel Cleaner thoroughly onto the wheel face.
  2. Spray into the rim barrel where access allows.
  3. Allow the cleaner to react for 2 to 5 minutes depending on dirt level.
  4. Watch for the red colour change as the cleaner reacts with iron particles.
  5. Agitate stubborn areas with a suitable wheel brush if required.
  6. Do not allow the product to dry.

Rinsing

  1. Rinse the wheel thoroughly using a pressure washer.
  2. Pay attention to wheel nuts, spokes and rim barrels.
  3. Repeat only where heavy contamination remains.
  4. Wash the wheel afterwards as part of the normal contact wash if required.
  5. Dry the wheel before applying tyre dressing or wheel protection.

Top Tip: Use Magic Wheel Cleaner when wheels need proper decontamination, not just a light maintenance clean. For already clean wheels, a shampoo wash or milder cleaner may be enough.

Performance Benefits

  • Breaks down brake dust and road grime
  • Reacts with iron contamination
  • Reduces aggressive brushing
  • Useful before wheel protection

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Koch-Chemie Magic Wheel Cleaner used for?

It is used to clean painted alloy wheels, high-quality chromed wheels and steel rims by removing brake dust, iron particles and stubborn wheel grime.

Is Koch-Chemie Magic Wheel Cleaner acid-free?

Yes, Koch-Chemie describes Magic Wheel Cleaner as an acid-free rim cleaner.

Does Magic Wheel Cleaner turn red?

Yes, the reactive component dissolves iron particles and creates a characteristic red discolouration.

Is Magic Wheel Cleaner pH neutral?

No, Koch-Chemie lists the pH value as 5.5. It is acid-free, but it should not be described as pH neutral.

Can I use Magic Wheel Cleaner on every wheel?

No, always check compatibility first, especially on damaged, polished, anodised, matte, satin, bare metal, diamond cut or freshly refurbished wheels.

How long should Magic Wheel Cleaner dwell?

Koch-Chemie recommends 2 to 5 minutes depending on the level of dirt.

Can I let Magic Wheel Cleaner dry on the wheel?

No, do not let it dry. Rinse thoroughly within the recommended dwell time.

Do I need to agitate the cleaner?

Light contamination may rinse away after dwell time, but stubborn brake dust and tight areas may need a suitable wheel brush.

Is Magic Wheel Cleaner ready to use?

Yes, it is supplied ready to use and should be sprayed directly onto the wheel surface.

What sizes are available?

This listing covers Koch-Chemie Magic Wheel Cleaner in 500ml and 10L.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Use on cool wheels only.
  2. Avoid direct sunlight.
  3. Shake briefly before use.
  4. Spray the barrel as well as the face.
  5. Use a wheel brush for tight areas.
  6. Do not allow the cleaner to dry.
  7. Rinse thoroughly with pressure.
  8. Use before applying wheel sealant.
  9. Choose 500ml for personal use and 10L for trade refilling.
  10. Keep a separate brush set for wheels only
  11. Available online with UK-wide delivery from The Drivers HQ.

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 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.

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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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