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Prices may varyFrom the Safety Data Sheet
Full SDS ↗ (rev. 2021-05-31)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
“SDS §2 does not list H319 or H318 at mixture level. Eye protection is situational for aerosol spray operations where incidental mist contact is possible.”
— Permatex
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From the manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet, Section 8
“No H315 or H317 at mixture level in SDS §2. Brief skin contact during application is the realistic pathway; wash off after use.”
— Permatex
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From the manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet, Section 8
“No H335, H330, or H331 in SDS §2. Lungs-recommended is the correct tier based on the aerosol petroleum-distillate carrier (15–40% combined), H340 and H350 CMR codes at mixture level, and the aerosol mist inhalation pathway in confined spaces. Basis is carrier chemistry and CMR classification, not a GHS inhalation H-code.”
— 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 Stops squeaks on door hinges, garage tracks, and hood latches — community confirms it works, though the foam spray is messy. **DANGER signal word: germ cell mutagenicity (Cat 1B) and carcinogenicity (Cat 1B) at mixture level — health score 2.5 (Serious Hazard). Wear gloves; avoid inhaling the mist indoors.** California Prop 65 warning. A tube-format white lithium grease does the same job with much better health chemistry.
What it is and how it performs
Permatex 81981 deposits a grease film on door hinges, hood and trunk latches, and garage door tracks. The foam sets in a minute or two and holds in vertical gaps. The extension straw reaches hinge gaps but doesn't lock; reviewers note foam splatter on surrounding surfaces and suggest spraying onto a rag for tight spots. Community reviews confirm reliable squeak elimination. No durability claim on the label; community data is positive but lacks documented reapplication timelines.
Who should buy this — and who should skip it
Suits garage door tracks, exterior door hinges, and hood or trunk latches — metal-on-metal under load where a stay-in-place grease beats thin sprays. Skip it on rubber seals and plastics (petroleum carrier degrades rubber; use silicone spray instead) and on electrical connectors (use dielectric grease). Anyone working regularly in a closed garage or concerned about the CMR chemistry should pick a tube-format white lithium grease.
Safety and environmental impact
DANGER from health codes: germ cell mutagenicity Cat 1B (H340) and carcinogenicity Cat 1B (H350) at mixture level, plus aspiration toxicity Cat 1 (H304) from the petroleum-distillate carrier. Lungs-recommended is based on CMR codes and carrier chemistry — H335 is absent from SDS §2. Wear gloves; eye protection situational for spray application; ventilate in enclosed spaces. California Prop 65 confirmed. Environment 5.5 (Average) — leave-on pathway softens the score, but aerosol propellant VOC and non-biodegradable petroleum base hold it back.
From the manufacturer
Marketing copy from Permatex, via Amazon. Not editorial.
- •All-purpose white lubricant for metal-to-metal and metal-to-plastic applications
- •Withstands moisture and high heat
- •Protects against rust and makes surfaces friction-free
- •Stainless and non-toxic
- •Suggested Applications: Door hinges, hood latches, trunk latches, hatchback struts, seat tracks, garage door and delivery truck door tracks
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Manufacturer specifications
- Material
- Lithium
- Brand
- Permatex
- Package Information
- Can
- Liquid Volume
- 10.75 Fluid Ounces
- Item Weight
- 0.01 Ounces
- Brand Name
- Permatex
- Recommended Uses For Product
- Door
- Specific Uses For Product
- Prevent Corrosion
- Item Form
- Spray
- Global Trade Identification Number
- 00686226819819
- Manufacturer
- Permatex
- Unit Count
- 10.75 Ounce
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Top Amazon review
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Great product, multiple uses
I purchased this grease when I bought my elliptical based on all the other reviews. During assembly I applied the grease to all moving parts and have had no issues the past 2 months. I keep the elliptical in the garage and noticed the garage door was loud and squeaky. I applied the grease to the runners and hinges and it greatly reduced noises and smoothed out the action.Quick tip, when the grease is first sprayed, it is a bit thin, though not runny. If you wait a minute or two, the grease will set up and is easier to spread around.