CRC GDI IVD Intake Valve & Turbo Cleaner
Priced as of May 29, 2026
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Prices may varySerious hazard — read before use
The manufacturer's Safety Data Sheet classifies this product with one or more GHS Category 1 health hazards — the most severe tier. The hazard statements in quotes below are the verbatim GHS language from the SDS, as required by OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard. The line under each statement translates the GHS classification into plain language.
- H304 “May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.”
GHS Category 1 aspiration toxicity — thin, oily liquids can slip into the lungs if swallowed, causing chemical pneumonia.
- H318 “Causes serious eye damage.”
GHS Category 1 eye damage — classified as causing irreversible eye damage on contact.
If swallowed, inhaled, or splashed in eyes:
Call Poison Control immediately at 1-800-222-1222 (US, 24/7, free) and have the product container with you. Poison Control's standing guidance is to not induce vomiting after chemical exposure; they will direct first-aid steps based on the specific product.
About this product's hazards. This product's Safety Data Sheet uses signal word danger. Read the manufacturer's SDS and follow all safety instructions before use. CarCareTruth ratings translate the manufacturer's safety sheet. They do not replace the SDS or substitute for a hazard assessment specific to your task.
Health score is for adult use as intended, per the manufacturer's SDS. It does not model child ingestion, accidental spill cleanup, or off-label use. See the safety panel below for full hazard classification, and /disclaimer for the full editorial scope.
From the Safety Data Sheet
Full SDS ↗ (rev. 2023-01-05)GHS hazard codes are quoted from the manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet. PPE tiers below translate those codes and the listed ingredient chemistry; they are not CarCareTruth recommendations.
EyesRequiredMfr. SDS §8 · 29 CFR 1910.133(a)(1) · GHS H318SkinRecommendedMfr. SDS §8 · 29 CFR 1910.138(a) · GHS H315LungsSituationalMfr. SDS §8 · 29 CFR 1910.1000 · GHS H341Ventilation—No PPE in published sourcesShow details for all categories ▾Hide details ▴
From the manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet, Section 8
“H318 (serious eye damage Cat 1) in SDS §2 mixture-level classification — GHS05 corrosion pictogram. Permanent eye damage including blindness cited in §11.”
— CRC
U.S. regulatory standard
29 CFR 1910.133(a)(1); 1910.151(c)
“The employer shall ensure that each affected employee uses appropriate eye or face protection when exposed to eye or face hazards from… liquid chemicals, acids or caustic liquids…”
ANSI Z87.1 (chemical splash protection — incorporated via §1910.6)
OSHA standards apply to workplaces. Cited here as the U.S. reference threshold for the underlying hazard class.
CarCareTruth publishes the cited sources verbatim and does not advise what action a user should take. Consult the full SDS before use.
From the manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet, Section 8
“H317 (skin sensitization Cat 1) + H315 (skin irritation Cat 2) in SDS §2. §8 specifies neoprene or nitrile gloves. H317 skin sensitizer elevates to recommended over situational.”
— CRC
U.S. regulatory standard
29 CFR 1910.138(a)
“appropriate hand protection when employees' hands are exposed to hazards such as those from… chemicals which produce an adverse effect on the skin or eyes…”
OSHA standards apply to workplaces. Cited here as the U.S. reference threshold for the underlying hazard class.
CarCareTruth publishes the cited sources verbatim and does not advise what action a user should take. Consult the full SDS before use.
From the manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet, Section 8
“No H331/H330/H334/H335 in SDS §2 mixture-level. H304 (aspiration Cat 1) is an ingestion-pathway hazard, not an inhalation hazard from vapor. Aerosol delivery into the air intake warrants situational caution in enclosed spaces — no sustained vapor accumulation outdoors.”
— CRC
U.S. regulatory standard
29 CFR 1910.1000; 1910.1200
“Each employer shall assure that no employee is exposed [in excess of the PEL]…”
OSHA standards apply to workplaces. Cited here as the U.S. reference threshold for the underlying hazard class.
CarCareTruth publishes the cited sources verbatim and does not advise what action a user should take. Consult the full SDS before use.
No PPE specified in published sources for ventilation. Absence does not imply “not needed” — consult the full Safety Data Sheet.
PPE tiers translate the manufacturer’s SDS and U.S. regulatory standards. Not professional safety advice. How we report safety.
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CarCareTruth's Analysis
Last reviewed May 29, 2026
TL;DR PEA-formula aerosol for GDI engines, applied through the air intake — not a fuel-tank additive. PEA confirmed as the active. Brand testing claims up to 46% deposit removal in one hour; Amazon verified-purchase reviewers (4.6 stars, 1,767 reviews) back GDI-specific efficacy. DANGER signal word, Prop 65, and H318 serious eye damage at mixture level — protective eyewear required for the spray step.
What it is and how it performs
CRC GDI IVD targets gasoline direct-injection engines, where intake valves accumulate carbon that fuel-tank additives cannot reach — GDI injectors bypass the valves entirely. The active is PEA, the most studied detergent class for intake valve deposits. Delivered through the air intake via dual-action straw; no manifold removal required. The brand states up to 46% IVD reduction in one hour from internal testing; no independent SAE paper on file. Amazon verified-purchase reviewers (4.6 stars, 1,767 reviews) report improvement on GDI-specific symptoms. Every 10,000 miles.
Who should buy this — and who should skip it
Best for GDI or turbocharged engine owners with rough idle or throttle hesitation from intake valve carbon. Skip if you consistently run Top Tier gasoline — that detergent package already addresses deposit formation. Skip for severe misfire codes — professional cleaning is the right call, not a single aerosol treatment.
Safety and environmental impact
DANGER from health-classified H-codes. H318 (serious eye damage) at mixture level — protective eyewear required for the spray step. H317 (skin sensitizer) also present; gloves recommended. Do not induce vomiting if swallowed — H304 aspiration hazard; seek medical attention. Prop 65 warning applies. The product combusts in the engine — exhaust byproducts are the environmental endpoint.
Frequently asked questions
Is CRC GDI IVD Intake Valve & Turbo Cleaner safe to use?▾
The Safety Data Sheet for CRC GDI IVD Intake Valve & Turbo Cleaner carries a DANGER signal word, with classified hazards including H222 (extremely flammable aerosol); H280 (contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated); H302 (harmful if swallowed). The Amazon listing also carries a California Prop 65 warning. See the PPE breakdown above for use-case-specific guidance translated from the SDS hazard codes.
How does CRC GDI IVD Intake Valve & Turbo Cleaner score on CarCareTruth?▾
CarCareTruth scores CRC GDI IVD Intake Valve & Turbo Cleaner at 5.7 out of 10 on the composite CCT score, with a health sub-score of 1.0/10. The CCT score blends real-world effectiveness, ingredient health impact pulled from the manufacturer's safety sheet, and environmental footprint against a published category rubric. See the methodology link on this page for the full scoring breakdown.
What's in CRC GDI IVD Intake Valve & Turbo Cleaner?▾
Per the Safety Data Sheet ingredient disclosure: Contains polyether amine, hydrotreated petroleum distillates (CAS 64742-47-8, 64742-80-9), alkyl aminoester, lubricating oil base. Propellant: liquefied petroleum gas.
From the manufacturer
Marketing copy from CRC, via Amazon. Not editorial.
- •Proven to clean intake valves on GDI engines and turbo systems
- •Easily installed through the air intake system
- •Highest concentration PEA (Polyether Amine) detergency available
- •Proven to remove up to 46% of GDI Intake Valve deposits in 1 hour
- •150X more concentrated than fuel additives
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Manufacturer specifications
- Manufacturer
- CRC
- Brand
- CRC
- Model
- 05319
- Item Weight
- 15.2 ounces
- Product Dimensions
- 11.1 x 8.3 x 8.1 inches
- Item model number
- 05319
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer
- No
- Exterior
- Machined
- Manufacturer Part Number
- 05319
- Voltage
- 12 Volts
- ASIN
- B00PHNQKR2
- Customer Reviews
- 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,767) 4.6 out of 5 stars
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Worth the money fixed my misfire
This stuff is awesome takes awhile to get through the bottle but it was worth it I had a intermediateMisfire at idle it got rid of it no more misfire and the car runs what I feel is healthier under acceleration definitely worth them money easy to use