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product_id: 39618080
title: "Chemical Guys, Clean Slate Deep Surface Cleaning Wash Soap, Citrus, 16 oz"
brand: "chemical guys"
price: "$37.93"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Chemical Guys"
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/39618080-chemical-guys-clean-slate-deep-surface-cleaning-wash-soap-citrus
store_origin: US
region: United States of America
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# preps paint for flawless coating bond 16 oz pro-grade concentrate rich foaming action for deep clean Chemical Guys, Clean Slate Deep Surface Cleaning Wash Soap, Citrus, 16 oz

**Brand:** chemical guys
**Price:** $37.93
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ✨ Clean Slate, Clear Results — Prep Like a Pro! 🚿

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Chemical Guys, Clean Slate Deep Surface Cleaning Wash Soap, Citrus, 16 oz by chemical guys
- **How much does it cost?** $37.93 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/39618080-chemical-guys-clean-slate-deep-surface-cleaning-wash-soap-citrus)

## Best For

- chemical guys enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted chemical guys brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Foam Like a Pro:** Generates thick, rich suds with foam cannons or buckets
- • **Made in the USA:** Trusted quality for professional detailers and enthusiasts
- • **Reset Your Ride:** Strips old wax, sealants & oils for a truly bare surface
- • **Precision Paint Prep:** Reveals true paint defects for perfect correction
- • **Universal Detailing Power:** Safe & effective on cars, trucks, motorcycles & boats

## Overview

Chemical Guys Clean Slate is a 16 oz citrus-scented deep surface cleaning wash designed to strip away old waxes, sealants, and oils. Engineered for professional-grade paint correction and ceramic coating prep, it produces thick foam for effective cleaning across all vehicle types. Ideal for revealing true paint condition, it ensures superior bonding of coatings and sealants, making it a must-have for detailers and enthusiasts seeking flawless finishes.

## Description

Prep for paint correction or ceramic coating with Clean Slate Surface Cleanser Wash. This dedicated strip wash soap is engineered to lift old waxes, sealants, glazes, silicone dressings, and surface oils from vehicle paint and exterior surfaces. When you need to start fresh, Clean Slate removes old waxes and sealants to reveal the true paint condition before correction. Clean Slate pulls those layers off so you can see the real defect level, pick the right pad and product combo, and avoid the frustration of polishing through hidden product residue for better polishing results. Glass coatings, Si02 sprays, and full nine-hour ceramic coatings need a clean, oil-free surface to bond correctly. Clean Slate is the final wash step before IPA panel wipe and coating application to help improve coating bonding. This pre-detail prep wash works with a pressure washer, foam cannons, foam guns, and traditional two-bucket wash setups for prep for polishing steps or pre-coating wash routines. Use this pre wash for car detailing across cars, trucks, SUVs, motorcycles, boats, RVs, and trailers. Pair with Chemical Guys ceramic coatings, JetSeal, Butter Wet Wax, or your favorite finishing product to lay down a fresh layer of paint care after the reset wash.

Review: Great value for the money - Great value for the money, does foam up well, and was effective removing some of the sealant and wax after one use. I will try sexond application later fpr better results, but not bad for one use. Did leave a mild shine, but that is not reason I purchased. I bought to remove sealant and old wax and it was helpful remover.
Review: Foams as well as it cleans - Foams like crazy and really cut the prep time down before polishing. I was very impressed at how foamy this soap got through my foam cannon. I really think this might be the thickest foam I've seen out of any of the Chemical Guys soaps I've tried. I used this prior to clay+compound+polish+sealant and it worked excellent. I will def be incorporating this into my pre-ceramic coating prep going forward.

## Features

- CERAMIC COATING PREP: Required car detailing step before applying ceramic coatings, glass coatings, or paint sealants, since residual oils and waxes can keep coatings from bonding fully to clear coat
- PAINT CORRECTION PREP: Use this surface cleaner before clay bar work, polishing, or compounding to make sure the panel reads its true defect level, so you can dial in the right pad and product combination on the first test spot
- PRO STRIP WASH SOAP (CWS80316): Strip wash car soap built to lift old waxes, sealants, glazes, and surface oils off the paint, giving you a truly bare surface for paint correction, coating prep, and accurate panel inspection
- WORKS ACROSS THE BUILD: Use this Chemical Guys soap on cars, trucks, SUVs, motorcycles, boats, RVs, and trailers any time you want a true reset before paint work, a deep clean, or a fresh coating application
- 16 FL OZ BOTTLE FOR PROS AND ENTHUSIASTS: This car shampoo comes in a convenient size for detail shops, ceramic coating installers, weekend correctors, and mobile detailing rigs handling regular coating prep and paint correction work
- DEEP CLEANING FOAM ACTION: Foaming car wash soap generates rich suds in foam cannons, foam guns, and traditional wash buckets, helping pull buildup from clear coat pores while still feeling gentle enough on the paint to use regularly

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01HXZXO98 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #5,615 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) #86 in Cleaners |
| Brand | Chemical Guys |
| Brand Name | Chemical Guys |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 3,383 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00811339022973, 07432027072013 |
| Included Components | Product |
| Item Form | Liquid |
| Item Part Number | CWS80316SW |
| Item Type Name | Clean Slate Surface Cleanser Wash |
| Item Volume | 16 fluid ounces |
| Item Weight | 500 g |
| Manufacturer | Chemical Guys |
| Material Feature | Scented |
| Material Features | Scented |
| Model Number | CWS80316SW |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Part Number | CWS80316SW |
| Scent | Citrus |
| Size | 16 Fl Oz (Pack of 1) |
| Special Features | Concentrated, Made in America, Works with foam cannon, foam gun, and simple bucket wash |
| Specific Uses For Product | Car, Mirror |
| Surface Recommendation | Vehicle Exterior (Car, Truck, SUV, Jeep, RV & More) |
| UPC | 811339022973 |
| Unit Count | 16 Fluid Ounces |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Chemical Guys
- **Item Form:** Liquid
- **Material Feature:** Non-Toxic
- **Scent:** Citrus
- **Specific Uses For Product:** Vehicle Exterior, Vehicle Trim

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can I use Clean Slate every week?**
A: We only recommend using Clean Slate every time you are trying to achieve a fresh start on a deatil.

**Q: Does Clean Slate have wax in it?**
A: No, Clean Slate does not contain wax, it is a surface cleanser that removes existing waxes, glazes, and sealants.

**Q: Can I use Clean Slate before I wrap my car?**
A: Yes, we recommend washing it with Clean Slate to allow the wrap to bond properly to the surface.

**Q: Can I wash my car with Clean Slate after I polish to remove compound oils?**
A: Yes, you may wash your car after polishing to remove suspended oils or product from the surface.

**Q: I'm having issues with my Clean Slate - who should I contact for help?**
A: Amazon's customer care can help with shipping issues, returns and replacements. If you are having technical issues with the product and need help using it or need replacement parts, contact the Chemical Guys Product Specialist Team at 866-822-3670.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great value for the money
*by R***9 on June 24, 2026*

Great value for the money, does foam up well, and was effective removing some of the sealant and wax after one use. I will try sexond application later fpr better results, but not bad for one use. Did leave a mild shine, but that is not reason I purchased. I bought to remove sealant and old wax and it was helpful remover.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Foams as well as it cleans
*by A***N on May 17, 2026*

Foams like crazy and really cut the prep time down before polishing. I was very impressed at how foamy this soap got through my foam cannon. I really think this might be the thickest foam I've seen out of any of the Chemical Guys soaps I've tried. I used this prior to clay+compound+polish+sealant and it worked excellent. I will def be incorporating this into my pre-ceramic coating prep going forward.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great preparation
*by J***A on March 18, 2026*

Worked perfectly in getting my paint prepped for a vinyl wrap install. Used this along with clay bar + clay luber. Brought back shine and easily removed large particles.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Chemical Guys CWS80316 Clean Slate Deep Surface Cleaning Car Wash Soap (Removes Old Car Waxes, Glazes & Sealants for Superior Surface Prep), 16 fl oz, Citrus Scent
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*Store origin: US*
*Last updated: 2026-08-01*