{"product_id":"sap-zap-tree-sap-tar-and-adhesive-remover","title":"Sap Zap Tree Sap, Tar and Adhesive Remover","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTree sap, road tar, and adhesive residue are three of the most damaging and most stubborn surface contaminants that land on vehicle paint. Each one bonds to clear coat differently and resists removal with standard washing. Sap Zap Tree Sap, Tar and Adhesive Remover is a professional-strength, clear coat safe formula engineered to dissolve all three, removing them cleanly without scratching or hazing the paint surface underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy These Contaminants Are Dangerous\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTree sap contains acids and sugars that become more concentrated and more chemically active as they dry and cure on the paint surface. Fresh sap can often be rinsed off with water. Sap that has cured for more than a day or two begins to chemically etch into the clear coat, creating permanent staining that requires polishing to remove if not addressed promptly. Sap Zap dissolves the sap's chemistry so it releases from the paint without requiring mechanical abrasion that would scratch the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoad tar and asphalt are petroleum-based and require a solvent-compatible formula to dissolve rather than an aqueous cleaner. Tar splatter on lower body panels, bumpers, and wheel wells is primarily a solvent-removal job. Sap Zap's formula is compatible with both organic sap chemistry and petroleum tar chemistry, making it effective on both types of contamination with a single product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdhesive residue from stickers, price tags, dealer badges, and window decals leaves a greasy, dirt-attracting film on paint and glass that smears with soap and water. The solvent action in Sap Zap cuts through the adhesive base and lifts the residue cleanly without requiring extended scrubbing that would scratch the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eClear Coat Safe Formula\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome tar and sap removers use aggressive solvent concentrations that dull or haze clear coat finish with repeated use or extended contact time. Sap Zap is formulated to be effective on the contaminants it targets while being safe for clear coat paint finishes when used as directed. Apply, allow to work, and wipe away without concern about surface damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply Sap Zap to a soft microfiber cloth or directly to the contaminated area. Allow the formula to dwell for 30 seconds to a minute to soften and dissolve the contamination. Gently wipe away with the cloth. For stubborn tar or thick sap deposits, fold the cloth to a clean section and repeat with fresh product. Rinse the treated area with water after removing the contamination. Follow up with a wash and wax or detail spray to restore protection to the treated area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter removing surface contamination with Sap Zap, protect the paint with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/super-seal-paint-sealant\"\u003eSuper Seal Paint Sealant\u003c\/a\u003e to restore paint protection over the cleaned area. For regular exterior washing to prevent contamination accumulation, use \u003ca href=\"\/products\/wash-shine-car-soap\"\u003eWash and Shine Car Soap\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PG Auto Hub","offers":[{"title":"16 oz","offer_id":44758370517078,"sku":"SapZap-16OZ","price":25.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/4008\/8662\/files\/SapZap__91883_822f37c5-231e-471a-a637-8caffff013f7.png?v=1779190351","url":"https:\/\/pgautohub.com\/products\/sap-zap-tree-sap-tar-and-adhesive-remover","provider":"PG Auto Hub","version":"1.0","type":"link"}