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Formula: Streak Free Window Cleaner

Written by Bill McClure | Jun 30, 2024 12:00:00 PM

Formulators and brand managers, use Itaconix's formula to create high-performance plant-based Streak Free Window Cleaner.

Description: Ready to use streak free window cleaner using Itaconix® DSP 2K®.

Ingredients:

Ingredient Function wt%
DI water Diluent 94.6%
Alcohol denatured Water soluble solvent for quick drying, grease removal 3.0%
Itaconix® DSP 2K® Water conditioning and chelation 1.0%
Sodium octane sulfonate surfactant Boosts grease and dirt removal 0.5%
Decyl glucoside surfactant Boosts grease and stain removal 0.5%
Citric acid Hard water scale removal 0.3%
Fragrance Adds scent to product 0.1%

 

Directions:

  • Add water to a clean vessel with mixing
  • Add Itaconix® DSP 2K® while mixing until solution is clear and homogenous
  • Add citric acid while mixing
  • Add sodium octane sulfonate while mixing
  • Add decyl glucoside while mixing
  • Add ethanol with mixing
  • Add fragrance with mixing
  • Mix until the solution is clear and homogeneous

Plant-Based Content: 55-90% based on ingredient selection

Product Properties:

  • Appearance: Clear slightly yellow liquid
  • pH: 4.0
  • Viscosity: Water-like (10 cP)

Usage: 

  • Spray solution onto glass surface and clean with  a paper towel or micro fiber cloth.
  • No rinsing is required. Use on all hard surfaces. For overspray onto painted surfaces, try in a  small inconspicuous area to insure that the paint is not removed.

Potential Label Claims:

  • Streak-free cleaning
  • Crystal clear window
  • Cuts through tough dirt, grease and grime
  • Provides long lasting freshness
  • Safe around kids, pets and food
  • Formulated without dyes, bleach and ammonia