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A safer, water based, non-toxic solution for all your greasy cleaning jobs
Safer for you and the environment
Non-toxic, biodegradable, non-corrosive
Water based, no chemical smell
Dissolves organic and petroleum based grease and oil
Safe enough to use to clean kitchens and BBQ grills
Dilute 3:1 with water for use in parts washers
Dilute 25:1 for ultra-sonic cleaners or dip tanks
Pre-treat grease stains in laundry
Wash away oil spots in the driveway
1 gallon jug
Oil Eater cleaner and degreaser is specially formulated to be safer than old style petroleum based solvent cleaners. Its specially developed chemistry allows it to lower the surface tension of water for better cleaning, while its non-petroleum solvents dissolve oil based dirt and grime. The unique properties of Oil Eater keep the dirt and oil in suspension so they get rinsed away, instead of just being pushed to a different spot on the surface. The highly alkaline nature of Oil Eater breaks up organic and petroleum based oils. Works super for stains in the driveway, engine compartment degreasing, chassis cleaning, and grease stains on your laundry. Dilute it and use it in your Eastwood parts washer, ultrasonic cleaner or pressure washer too.
What's Included
One Gallon Bottle
Safety Information
Keep away from Children. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and mucous menbranes. If eye contact occurs, flush thoroughly with water and contact physican.
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Ryan H from
Works great! I would order this product again. Name brand quality with pricWorked really well to break up old ethanol buildup.
Date published: 2023-03-15
Rated 5 out of
5 by
itsallgood from
Works Great in Parts WasherI was skeptical if this would work cleaning automotive parts. Let me tell you, it worked great. Doing a Valve job on a 3.8L engine, this cleaner far exceeded my expectations. My mix ratio was 5 parts water to 2 parts cleaner. I heated the cleaner up to 110 degrees F. which helps with its effectiveness. It smells like lemons and the cleaner is still good, even after it's dirty.
Date published: 2023-02-20
Rated 5 out of
5 by
gnbbech from
Degreaser that worksWas surprised how well it works, very happy with it
Date published: 2022-05-20
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Cuti_cachon from
Really surprised !Just got my order today 1gal Oil Eater from Eastwood... try it out ... very happy with the results it cleaned , I mixed it 3-1. Thanks
Date published: 2015-12-04
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Str8up from
Surprised , very surprisedReluctantly made the switch from mineral spirits & bought some Oil Eater on a tip from a buddy. To say the least I was really surprised it worked cleaning parts. I just finished washing a load of dirty shop towels & work gloves, came out like new. I used to trow them a way.
Date published: 2015-06-21
Rated 4 out of
5 by
Bernie L from
Very effectivePurchased for use in ultrasonic cleaner.Very satisfied with results.
Is product appropriate to clean oil based air filter-56 Studebaker .Golden Hawk
Asked by: Hawk56
I don't believe so. I would look into something like a K&N oiled-filter cleaner.
Answered by: Nick BC
Date published: 2022-05-23
Can this product be used to clean oil stains off a painted driveway
Asked by: farmo440
This is a water-based oil eater and this should remove oil stains great and should not be harmful enough to remove any High Quality floor paint. However, we have never actually tested this product with this application so we would recommend proceeding with caution.
Answered by: ZachC
Date published: 2022-02-23
Can I use this on clothes
Asked by: dlea671
The Details section, above, states "Pre-treat grease stains in laundry". And the Dilution Ratios sheet, linked in the product page above, states "As well as in a parts washer, Oil Eater Cleaner/Degreasers can be used ... even as a laundry pre-spotter (Works great to remove a variety of food, body fluids, cosmetic, & medicine stains)." You might want to check the manufacturer's website for more details, but I would think that "clothes" would be included in "laundry".
Answered by: Customer
Date published: 2021-01-18
2 Questions:
- is this product safe to use on Aluminum parts?
- Does this product have a corrosion inhibitor to prevent flash rust on cleaned steel/iron parts?
Asked by: Kess
The previous answer was completely wrong. This cleaner (like most water based alkaline chemicals) is not safe to use on aluminum. Aluminum is a great metal that will oxidize fast to protect itself. Metals like cast iron will “rust” allowing oxidation to penetrate over a longer time. If water is mixed with oil eater, rust will develop on the surface of iron based metals. Cast iron is less susceptible to surface corrosion, while aluminum can be reduced more easily. Oil eater will oxidize aluminum and crystallize Huge precipitates on the surface. Especially for older cast aluminum parts. Polished aluminum is less affected because the pores on the aluminum surface have been closed; therefore the chemical cannot dissolve the aluminum as easily or find a spot to precipitate as easily. The safest cleaners for aluminum are plastic scrapers, soft dremel tips, lint free rags and kerosene.
Answered by: Jcheato
Date published: 2024-01-30
When used in a ultrasonic cleaner to clean a rack of motorcycle carbs will it damage rubber components like O-rings?
Asked by: nightoul
This will not damage rubber components because it is a water-based cleaner.
Answered by: SeanW
Date published: 2020-03-29
I purchased one of your 20 gal parts wash, how much of this product do I need to mix with water?
Asked by: Paul
Dilute 3:1 with water for use in parts washers
Answered by: Bob G
Date published: 2021-01-05
Is this product safe for sealed concrete driveways
Asked by: Suzie
This product is Non-toxic, biodegradable, non-corrosive,Water based, no chemical smell
Answered by: Bob G
Date published: 2019-07-18
1 gallon of oil eater how many gallons water to clean parts
