Permatex 80369 Battery Cleaner Aerosol (5.75 oz)
Priced as of May 17, 2026
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Prices may varyFrom the Safety Data Sheet
Full SDS ↗ (rev. 2024-07-15)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.
EyesSituationalMfr. SDS §8SkinSituationalMfr. SDS §8LungsRecommendedMfr. SDS §8 · 29 CFR 1910.1000 · GHS H340Ventilation—No PPE in published sourcesShow details for all categories ▾Hide details ▴
From the manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet, Section 8
“No eye H-codes (H318/H319) in SDS §2 mixture classification. Aerosol form factor creates mist at face height during terminal application — eye protection is relevant during the spray step.”
— Permatex
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From the manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet, Section 8
“No skin H-codes (H314/H315/H317) in SDS §2 mixture classification. Direct hand contact with dissolved corrosion slurry during the wipe-down step is the realistic exposure path; the slurry contains lead sulfate and lead oxide from the battery terminals.”
— Permatex
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From the manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet, Section 8
“No H335 in SDS §2, but SDS §8 explicitly specifies a NIOSH-approved organic vapor respirator when ventilation is inadequate, and the propellant fraction carries H340 (germ-cell mutagenicity) and H350 (carcinogenicity) classifications. Per health.md §Lungs escalation path: aerosol + explicit SDS §8 respirator + H340/H350 ingredients escalates from situational to recommended. Use outdoors or in a well-ventilated space; avoid enclosed garages with the door closed.”
— Permatex
U.S. regulatory standard
29 CFR 1910.1000; 1910.1200
“Each employer shall assure that no employee is exposed to an inhalation concentration of any substance shown in Tables Z-1, Z-2, or Z-3 in excess of the limits in the tables.”
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.
CarCareTruth's Analysis
Last reviewed May 18, 2026
TL;DR Handles routine terminal corrosion in a three-minute spray-and-rinse — the ammonia-alkaline formula dissolves lead sulfate buildup without a wire brush on light-to-moderate cases. No color-change indicator. The petroleum-distillate propellant carries germ-cell mutagenicity and carcinogenicity classifications (H340/H350) — the DANGER signal word is health-driven, not from flammability. Use outdoors or in a well-ventilated space.
What it is and how it performs
Permatex 80369 sprays on, reacts with corrosion for about three minutes, and rinses clean. The ammonia chemistry neutralizes acid residue — not just a surfactant wash — though unlike baking-soda formulas, there is no visible fizzing or color change. A straw attachment gives adequate directional control; some overspray to the housing is expected. 4.6 stars across 445 reviews reflects consistent performance on routine maintenance buildup.
Who should buy this — and who should skip it
Right for routine terminal maintenance — light-to-moderate white-blue buildup on a battery in regular service. Skip it for thick, crusty buildup from years of neglect; that severity typically needs a wire brush. This is not the mild baking-soda formula many buyers expect — the propellant carries DANGER-level health classifications, making bicarbonate-based alternatives worth considering for buyers who want to minimize exposure.
Safety and environmental impact
DANGER is health-driven: H340 (germ-cell mutagenicity Cat 1B) and H350 (carcinogenicity Cat 1A) from the petroleum-distillate propellant fraction. California Prop 65 confirmed per SDS §15. SDS §8 specifies an organic vapor respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Extremely flammable — keep away from ignition sources. No eye or skin GHS hazard codes in SDS §2. Environment 7.0: no aquatic H-codes, no PFAS, co-solvent VOC below 20 g/L.
The corrosion dissolved from battery terminals contains lead sulfate — wash hands after handling the slurry, and avoid rinsing waste into storm drains.
From the manufacturer
Marketing copy from Permatex, via Amazon. Not editorial.
- •Spray it on and wash corrosion off; works in just three minutes
- •Penetrates and removes corrosion, dirt and grime instantly
- •Neutralizes harmful acid and dissolves power-robbing corrosion
- •Cleans all types of storage batteries and attachments in emergency power supply systems
- •Suggested Applications: Automotive, marine, farm machinery and motorcycle batteries, cables, and terminal connections
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Manufacturer specifications
- Brand
- Permatex
- Item Form
- Spray
- Scent
- Citrus
- Specific Uses For Product
- battery
- Material Feature
- Unscented
- Surface Recommendation
- Metal
- Special Features
- Non Abrasive
- Contains Liquid Contents?
- Yes
- Recommended Uses For Product
- Fleet and plant maintenance.
- Material Features
- Unscented
- Material Type Free
- Dye Free
- Item Volume
- 170 Milliliters
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