CarCareTruth Score
Decent, but wear gloves and ventilate.
Opens Amazon in a new tab. No account needed to look.
Saved to your guest loadout. Sign up to also save to your Cabinet (consumables) or Kit (tools you own).
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Full disclosure
Prices may varyHealth 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.
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.
Show details for all categories ▾Hide details ▴
From the manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet, Section 8
“SDS §2 classifies Eye Irritation Cat 2A (H319) at the mixture level. Pump-spray format generates mist at eye level inside the enclosed car cabin · the health.md PPE tier table specifies that H319 + pump-spray format requires recommended tier, not situational. The confined cabin elevates routine mist exposure to the face.”
— Meguiar's
U.S. regulatory standard
29 CFR 1910.133(a)(1)
“The employer shall ensure that each affected employee uses appropriate eye or face protection when exposed to eye or face hazards from… liquid chemicals…”
ANSI Z87.1 (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
“SDS §2 classifies Skin Sensitization Cat 1A (H317) from Sodium Di(2-Ethylhexyl) Sulfosuccinate (<3%). Sensitizer chemistry triggers recommended tier · repeated skin contact risks sensitization, after which even trace exposure can cause reactions.”
— Meguiar's
U.S. regulatory standard
29 CFR 1910.138(a); 1910.132(d)
“appropriate hand protection when employees' hands are exposed to hazards such as those from skin absorption of harmful substances.”
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 H335, H336, H332, or H334 at mixture level. Pump-spray format used in the closed car cabin (~3 m³) is the only plausible inhalation pathway · the confined-cabin context is the trigger, not a formal inhalation classification. not_needed is an invalid tier for chemical/fluid spray products.”
— Meguiar's
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.
This product ranks #9 of 12 in Dashboard Protectant.Three above it ↓
Last reviewed May 28, 2026
TL;DR A glossy, non-greasy protectant with UV-absorber chemistry confirmed in the SDS · community reviews back the non-greasy result, no windshield glare documented. The SDS classifies a skin sensitizer and a suspected reproductive toxicant from a trace ingredient, both reflected in the health score.
Meguiar's Ultimate Protectant leaves a glossy, rich shine on vinyl, rubber, and plastic. Spray onto a microfiber cloth first to avoid pooling in vents or grilles, then wipe and buff. Community reviews broadly confirm the non-greasy result the label promises. UV protection is backed by named UV absorbers in the SDS · not just a label claim. Durability is multi-week; no dust-attraction complaints in the review corpus.
Works best for owners wanting an easy-application glossy finish on interior plastic, vinyl, and rubber with confirmed UV chemistry. Buyers who prefer a matte or satin look should look at products marketed for natural finish · this product's community-confirmed finish is glossy. Skip it if surfaces have heavy silicone buildup; strip with an all-purpose cleaner first.
The SDS carries a WARNING signal word with skin-sensitizer and eye-irritant classifications · the 2024 SDS added eye irritation at the mixture level. A suspected reproductive toxicant designation from a trace ingredient and a Prop 65 warning are also present. Pump-spray in a closed cabin means safety glasses and nitrile gloves are appropriate. Leave-on product; VOC is low. No cyclic siloxanes in disclosed ingredients.
Meguiar's claims 'weeks and weeks.' Community reviews from a large owner base broadly confirm multi-week durability on daily drivers without specifying exact intervals. No specific community data documents 8+ weeks. The typical expectation for a water-based silicone protectant in this tier is 3·6 weeks.
No. 'Non-Greasy' is prominently listed in the product features, and owners consistently confirm the result is non-tacky and non-greasy. The product is labeled for a 'rich glossy shine' · glossy, not matte, but not oily.
No windshield glare complaints were found in a 2026-05-27 review search. The finish is glossy rather than satin, but community owners have not specifically flagged windshield reflection as a problem. This may be a factor for buyers who apply the product directly to the dash top · spray onto a cloth, not directly on the surface, to avoid over-application.
A Prop 65 warning means one or more ingredients appear on California's list of chemicals known or suspected to cause cancer or reproductive harm. The product listing confirms this warning is present. The SDS identifies a reproductive toxicity classification (H361 · suspected, Cat 2) from a trace ingredient at less than 0.5%. At normal DIY application quantities with good ventilation, exposure is brief and minimal · but this is a real classification, not boilerplate.
The 2024 SDS v6.00 classifies this product as an eye irritant (Cat 2A) at the mixture level · a change from the prior version. As a pump-spray used inside a closed car cabin, mist can reach eye level during application. Safety glasses or goggles during application are appropriate based on the SDS chemistry.
No. M40 is the professional Mirror Glaze line for vinyl and rubber. G14716 is the consumer G-series Ultimate Protectant · different formula, different SKU prefix, different product line. They are separate products with separate SDSs.
Marketing copy from Meguiar's, via Amazon. Not editorial.
Weekly pick
One product, one safety verdict, every week. No spam.
303 Products
303 Automotive Protectant (16 oz)
SONAX
Dashboard Cleaner 283241 (500ml)
Adam's Polishes
Total Interior Cleaner & Protectant
Formula 1
Interior Detailing Protectant Spray
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Full disclosure
Community
0 postsShare how you use this product
Drop a quick comment or post a full review with photos and a star rating.
Sign in to postNew here? Create a free account.