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— Alkaline car bug remover · pH 11 pre-wash spray

BUG BUSTERCar Bug Remover

Good Stuff Bug Buster is a fast-acting car bug remover for insect splatter, tree sap, bird droppings and organic grime on exterior vehicle surfaces. Its alkaline pH 11 formula softens contamination before the contact wash, reducing the need for aggressive scrubbing.

Spray it onto cool paint, glass, headlights, mirrors, grilles and exterior plastics, leave it for around 30 seconds, then rinse thoroughly before continuing with Snow Foam or Pure Shampoo.

pH 11Alkaline formula for organic contamination
30 SecFast pre-wash dwell before rinsing
No ScrubbingHelps loosen bugs before contact washing
Available sizes
500 ml / 16.9 fl oz1 L / 33.8 fl oz
01Alkaline pH 11

Targeted cleaning power for insect proteins and organic grime.

02Fast Acting

Designed for a short pre-wash dwell of around 30 seconds.

03Foaming Cling

Helps the cleaner stay on vertical exterior surfaces while it works.

04Coating & Wax Safe

Suitable for coated and waxed vehicles when used as directed.

— Remove bug splatter before the contact wash

Car Bug Remover for Dried Insects, Sap and Bird Droppings

Bug Buster is a dedicated pre-wash insect cleaner for contamination that normal shampoo should not have to fight alone. Spray it onto bug splatter and organic residue first, let the alkaline formula soften the contamination, then rinse it away before touching the paint with a wash mitt.

That makes it especially useful after motorway driving and during insect season, when front bumpers, grilles, mirrors, headlights and windshields collect concentrated bug residue. The formula also works on tree sap and bird droppings, giving you one targeted product for common organic exterior contamination.

Choose Bug Buster whenYou need targeted insect and organic-residue removal before washing.
Then continue withSnow Foam for pre-wash and Pure Shampoo for the contact wash.

Bug Buster vs Traffic Film Remover vs APC

Choose Bug Buster

Insects & Organic Residue

Use Bug Buster for bug splatter, insect residue, tree sap and bird droppings on exterior surfaces. It is the targeted pre-wash product when bugs are the problem.

Choose Traffic Film Remover

Road Film & General Pre-Wash

Use Traffic Film Remover when the vehicle is covered in road film, grease, salt and broader traffic contamination rather than concentrated insect residue.

Choose APC

Multi-Purpose Cleaning

Use APC when you need an adjustable multi-purpose cleaner for compatible interior and exterior surfaces. It is not the dedicated insect-removal step.

— Where to use Bug Buster

Target the areas where bug splatter builds up first.

  • Front bumpers and painted front-end panels
  • Grilles and exterior plastic trim
  • Windshields and exterior glass
  • Headlights and mirror housings
  • Coated and waxed exterior surfaces
  • Fresh or dried insect contamination

For the rest of the vehicle, continue the wash with Snow Foam and Pure Shampoo. If the main problem is traffic film rather than insects, use Traffic Film Remover.

— How to use Bug Buster

Six steps to safer insect removal before washing.

01

Work Cool

Apply to a cool exterior surface in the shade. Do not use on hot panels or in direct sun.

02

Spray Generously

Cover insect residue, tree sap or bird droppings with an even layer of Bug Buster.

03

Wait 30 Sec

Allow around 30 seconds for the alkaline cleaner to soften organic contamination.

04

Never Let It Dry

Keep the product wet on the surface and move to rinsing before it begins to dry.

05

Rinse Thoroughly

Rinse with water or a pressure washer until the cleaner and loosened residue are fully removed.

06

Continue the Wash

Follow with Snow Foam and a contact wash using Pure Shampoo and a clean wash mitt.

Formula Alkaline · pH 11 Application Spray direct Dwell Around 30 seconds Rinse Water / pressure washer
— Frequently asked questions

FAQs about Bug Buster

What is the best way to remove bugs from car paint?

Use a dedicated car bug remover before the contact wash. Spray Bug Buster onto the insect residue on a cool surface, leave it for around 30 seconds, rinse thoroughly and then continue with your normal pre-wash and shampoo stages.

Is Bug Buster safe on ceramic coatings and wax?

Yes. Bug Buster is suitable for coated and waxed exterior surfaces when used as directed. Apply it to a cool surface, do not let it dry and rinse thoroughly after the short dwell time.

Can I use Bug Buster on windshields, headlights and exterior plastics?

Yes. It is intended for exterior vehicle surfaces including paint, exterior glass, headlights, mirror housings, grilles and compatible exterior plastics. Always work on cool surfaces and rinse before the product dries.

How long should car bug remover stay on the surface?

For Bug Buster, allow around 30 seconds of dwell time. The goal is to soften insect residue before rinsing, not to leave the cleaner sitting on the vehicle for an extended period.

Does Bug Buster also remove tree sap and bird droppings?

Yes. Its alkaline formula is designed for organic contamination, so Bug Buster can also be used on tree sap and bird droppings as part of the exterior pre-wash process.

Is Bug Buster the same as Traffic Film Remover?

No. Bug Buster is the targeted product for insect splatter and similar organic residue. Traffic Film Remover is the broader pre-wash cleaner for road film, grease, salt and general traffic contamination.

— When to choose Bug Buster

Target bug splatter before it reaches the wash mitt.

Choose Good Stuff Bug Buster when the front of the vehicle is covered in insects, sap or bird droppings and you want to loosen that contamination before the contact wash. For a complete wash setup, see the Car Wash Kit.

01
Motorway Bug SplatterTarget insects on bumpers, mirrors, grilles and headlights before washing.
02
Organic ContaminationUseful for tree sap and bird droppings as part of the exterior pre-wash stage.
03
Coated & Waxed CarsSuitable for protected exterior surfaces when used as directed and rinsed promptly.
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Do Not Let It DryUse on cool surfaces, avoid direct sun and rinse the product away before it dries.
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