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Lake Country Snappy Cleaner Pad Cleaning Powder

Small Business#395 in Body Repair Buffing & Polishing Padspowder
$57.74

Priced as of May 16, 2026

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CarCareTruth has not received a Safety Data Sheet from the manufacturer for this product. Hazard classification and PPE cannot be cited. Request an SDS from the manufacturer before use.

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CarCareTruth's Analysis

Last reviewed May 16, 2026

TL;DR Powder concentrate that removes compound and polish residue from foam, wool, and microfiber pads in a pail-soak workflow — well-reviewed for cleaning performance and economical at 72 packets per jug. Health is scored at the no-SDS placeholder; label hazard codes point to mild-chemistry.

What it is and how it performs

Dissolve one packet per pail of water, then soak and agitate loaded pads with a pad washer or by hand. The pail-soak format gives thorough dwell time on compound-loaded cutting pads. Amazon A+ content shows before-and-after results on orange foam pads cleared of heavy compound residue. Label confirms compatibility across foam, wool, and microfiber. This is not a spray-on mid-session cleaner — the pail-soak setup requires a dedicated break in the work.

Who should buy this — and who should skip it

Best for multi-stage correction detailers running a pad washer setup; one packet handles a full pail of pads at the end of a session. Skip it if you want a spray-on cleaner for mid-session use on the backing plate. For light pad cleaning between one-step polish stages, diluted all-purpose cleaner works just as well at lower cost.

Safety and environmental impact

The label carries a WARNING signal word, GHS07 pictogram, H315 (skin irritation), and H319 (eye irritation). Those codes map to recommended eye and skin protection. No public SDS is available — the health score sits at the no-SDS placeholder (3.0) until one is sourced. Label chemistry is consistent with a mild-hazard formula. The label claims non-flammable and biodegradable; biodegradability is unconfirmed without SDS documentation, so no environmental credit or penalty applies.

Frequently asked questions

Does it work on a heavily loaded cutting pad?

Amazon A+ content and customer reviews show before-and-after cleaning of compound-loaded foam cutting pads. The pail-soak method (one packet per pail fill, spin in a System 4000 or similar pad washer) gives good dwell time on loaded pads. Community evidence supports it working on compound and polish residue, though pail-soak is inherently more thorough than a quick spray-and-wipe.

What pad types does it work on?

The label explicitly lists foam, wool, and microfiber pads — a compatibility graphic on the listing confirms foam, microfiber, knitted wool, and tufted wool. No pad-type exclusions are stated.

Can I use it mid-session?

The pail-soak format requires a dedicated wash setup — you dissolve one packet in a pail of water and soak the pad between stages. It is not a spray-on mid-session cleaner. Factor in a rinse and spin-dry step before returning the pad to paint.

Is there a safety data sheet available?

Lake Country does not publicly host an SDS for Snappy Cleaner. The label carries a CHEMTREC emergency number and the GHS07 pictogram, confirming a registered SDS exists at Lake Country's premises. The PPE tiers above are derived from the label H-codes (H315, H319) rather than a full SDS review.

From the manufacturer

Marketing copy from Lake Country, via Amazon. Not editorial.

  • Pad Cleaning Powder: Remove the caked wax and polish from your pads with our powder cleaner. Soak your foam, wool, or microfiber buffing pads in our concentrated cleaner for a few minutes to release the caked on wax or polish.
  • Specially Formulated: Our buffing pad cleaner is specially formulated to clean, condition, and extend your pad life so it can offer exquisite detailing. Clean your pads with the foam pad cleaner to keep them clean, soft, and efficient.
  • Non-Flammable: The non-flammable nature of our powdered cleaning agent ensures it is safe to use. Being planet-friendly, this concentrated surface cleaner is safe for the environment and prevents the need to replace pads often.
  • Easy Cleansing: This polish pad cleaner easily rinses out the wax or polish from polishing or buffing pads. And this powder cleanser cleans your foam pads without leaving any residue that might compromise your car detailing.
  • How to Use: Empty the packet of the pad washer into a pail and add water as per the operating instructions. This multipurpose cleaner is approved for use with all Lake Country pad washers.

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Manufacturer specifications
Product Dimensions
9 x 9 x 10 inches; 1 ounces
Item model number
92-002
Material Feature
Biodegradable Warning
Date First Available
March 29, 2021
Manufacturer
Lake Country
ASIN
B091B7K6CZ
Best Sellers Rank
See Top 100 in Automotive
Item Form
Powder
Scent
Unscented
Specific Uses For Product
All Purpose
Surface Recommendation
Fabric
Special Features
Concentrated, Low Odor

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