Koch Chemie Reactivation Shampoo (RS) is a specialised acidic car wash shampoo that removes limescale, salts and stubborn grime, restoring gloss and hydrophobic performance to ceramic coatings.
Unlike a standard pH neutral car wash soap, Reactivation Shampoo is built on a foaming acidic formula designed to target the kinds of contamination that normal car shampoos can’t touch. Over time, ceramic coatings lose their slickness and water-beading behaviour due to layers of limescale, mineral deposits and salt build-up. RS works to break down and remove these contaminants, revitalising the coating underneath.
By stripping away this invisible barrier, the shampoo helps restore a coating’s gloss, clarity and hydrophobic performance. Water begins to bead and sheet as it should, giving you the strong self-cleaning properties coatings are known for. Regular use also helps coatings last longer, keeping them effective and easier to maintain.
Reactivation Shampoo is versatile in application: use it in a foam cannon for full coverage, or dilute it in a wash bucket for a controlled hand wash. It fits perfectly into a coating maintenance routine, whether you’re an enthusiast looking to keep your car performing at its best or a professional detailer maintaining customer vehicles. Explore more from Koch Chemie.
Features
- Powerful Acidic Formula: Effectively removes limescale, salts and other mineral contaminants.
- Strong Cleaning Performance: Breaks down dirt, grime and road film with ease.
- Coating Revitalisation: Restores hydrophobic water-beading and deep gloss to ceramic coatings.
- Extended Coating Life: Helps coatings last longer by removing harmful build-up.
- Flexible Application: Can be used in foam cannons or wash buckets.
- Maintenance Focused: Ideal for coated cars that need periodic descaling and reactivation.
Dilution & Directions: Foam Cannon
- Dilute between 1:15–1:30 depending on contamination levels.
- Apply foam evenly across the vehicle, allow short dwell time, then rinse thoroughly.
Dilution & Directions: Bucket Wash
- Dilute at 1:200 (approx. 50 mL per 10 L of water).
- Wash panel by panel with a soft mitt, rinsing regularly.
- Rinse thoroughly and dry with a microfiber towel.
Notes
- Do not allow the product to dry on the surface.
- Avoid washing in direct sunlight or on hot panels.
- For heavily soiled vehicles, use a dedicated pre-wash before RS for best results.