Does Asphalt Damage Car Paint?

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StephanieMarie
07/30/25 5:19am
Asphalt can damage car paint. If asphalt remains adhered to the car paint for an extended period, it becomes difficult to remove and may peel off the paint. Below is relevant information about asphalt cleaners: Function: Asphalt cleaners cause negligible harm to car paint and do not result in severe damage. These cleaners are used in households, automobiles, shipyards, etc., effectively removing grease, surface dirt, road grime, and the most stubborn grease around houses. They are suitable for any cleanable surface and can powerfully eliminate heavy stains. They can be used to clean the car body, and it is essential to rinse thoroughly after removing asphalt from the vehicle. Composition: The main chemical components of asphalt cleaners are petroleum ether + non-ionic surfactants, low HLB value emulsifiers + anionic dispersants + anionic surfactants. The principle of tar cleaners is based on the method of similar solubility. For example, kerosene and gasoline can also remove tar and asphalt stains, with carbon tetrachloride being particularly effective.
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