Can the Fading Red Ribbon on a New Car Be Washed Off?
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Hydrogen peroxide can be used for cleaning. Relevant information is as follows: 1. Hydrogen Peroxide: The chemical formula of hydrogen peroxide, commonly known as peroxide due to its two oxygen atoms. It appears as a colorless transparent liquid and is a strong oxidizing agent. Its aqueous solution is suitable for medical wound disinfection, environmental disinfection, and food sterilization. 2. Carcinogen: Under normal conditions, it decomposes into water and oxygen, but the decomposition rate is extremely slow. The method to accelerate the reaction is to add a catalyst—manganese dioxide or irradiate with short-wave rays. After decomposition, it produces oxygen and water, which is a key point in laboratory oxygen production in junior high school chemistry. However, hydrogen peroxide is also listed as a carcinogen by the World Health Organization.
After buying my new car and tying a red ribbon on it, I noticed red stains on the paint. I immediately tried using a high-pressure water gun and neutral car wash soap at the car wash, and the color was easily washed away. It turns out that red ribbon dyes are usually water-soluble, and as long as you act promptly, they can mostly be cleaned off. However, avoid using hard-bristle brushes to prevent scratching the paint. I should remind you that new car paint is relatively delicate. If the stain stays too long or the red ribbon is of poor quality, the dye might penetrate the paint, making it difficult to remove, and you may need to seek professional polishing. Prevention is simple: remove the red ribbon on the day you pick up the car or choose a non-bleeding material, which saves trouble and protects your beloved car.
