SONAX Upholstery & Alcantara Cleaner
Priced as of May 26, 2026
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From the Safety Data Sheet
Full SDS ↗ (rev. 2025-12-03)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.
Eyes—No PPE in published sourcesSkin—No PPE in published sourcesLungsSituationalMfr. SDS §8Ventilation—No PPE in published sourcesShow details for all categories ▾Hide details ▴
No PPE specified in published sources for eyes. Absence does not imply “not needed” — consult the full Safety Data Sheet.
No PPE specified in published sources for skin. Absence does not imply “not needed” — consult the full Safety Data Sheet.
From the manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet, Section 8
“SDS §2 carries no H335 at mixture level. The situational tier reflects enclosed-cabin pump-spray exposure when adequate air exchange is absent — the exposure context described in the SDS §8 ventilation note.”
— SONAX
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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 26, 2026
TL;DR Handles Alcantara and standard upholstery stains well with brush agitation — not a spray-and-wipe product, but effective without a wet-vac. No signal word; enzyme formula with Prop 65 disclosure.
What it is and how it performs
A foaming pump-spray with protein and fat-targeting enzymes, designed for Alcantara (synthetic suede) and standard seat fabrics. Apply foam, agitate with a brush, blot — no wet-vac needed. Community confirms reliable lift of oils, hand-sweat buildup, and food stains on Alcantara steering wheels and seats; set-in grime may need a second pass. Fabric texture and color hold up: reviewers report no stiffening or color shift on black and white Alcantara after repeated use.
Who should buy this — and who should skip it
Best fit for Alcantara-trimmed steering wheels, shift knobs, or seats — formulated for that material, not a generic APC. Works on woven OEM cloth and carpet too. Buyers with deep grease-only stains may do better with a diluted all-purpose cleaner first. Not a spray-and-wipe product — brush agitation is required.
Safety and environmental impact
No GHS signal word at mixture concentration; SDS §2 carries no health H-codes for the formula as mixed. Amazon lists a Prop 65 warning (d-limonene content). Application inside the vehicle cabin with a pump-spray head means mist can accumulate in an enclosed space — SDS §8 notes general ventilation context. Classified leave-on for environmental scoring; d-limonene in the formula carries ingredient-level aquatic toxicity (H400/H410 at raw ingredient concentration per SDS §3).
Frequently asked questions
How does SONAX Upholstery & Alcantara Cleaner score on CarCareTruth?▾
CarCareTruth scores SONAX Upholstery & Alcantara Cleaner at 7.5 out of 10 on the composite CCT score, with a health sub-score of 9.0/10. 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 SONAX Upholstery & Alcantara Cleaner?▾
Per the Safety Data Sheet ingredient disclosure: Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Acrylate Copolymer, Iminodisuccinate, Fragrance Mixture, Phenoxyethanol, Lactic Acid, d-Limonene, Citral, Linalool, Protease Enzyme, Sodium Pyrithione, Pectate Lyase, Lipase Enzyme
From the manufacturer
Marketing copy from SONAX, via Amazon. Not editorial.
- •Developed especially for vehicles with Alcantara seats and accessories
- •Dirty and matted Alcantara are brought back to their original color, softness, and suede feel
- •Also safe and effective on carpets, textiles & standard upholstered seating and interior surfaces
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Manufacturer specifications
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer
- No
- Language
- German
- Product Dimensions
- 9.38 x 1.88 x 1.88 inches; 9.6 ounces
- Item model number
- 2061410
- Date First Available
- June 4, 2013
- Manufacturer
- SONAX
- ASIN
- B00BBWJ16U
- Best Sellers Rank
- See Top 100 in Automotive
- Item Form
- Liquid
- Scent
- Fresh
- Specific Uses For Product
- Upholstery
- Surface Recommendation
- Carpet
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Top Amazon review
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It did the job
Great product that worked effectively. I bought this to clean the alcantara steering wheel on my GLC 43, which I've had for over a year and I could tell the alcantara had collected a lot of oils/sweat over time. After using this product as directed, it looks and feels MUCH cleaner and almost like new again (not quite as soft as new, but much better than when it was dirty). Some other reviews said it smells good? I disagree, I personally did not enjoy the smell at all. It's not terrible but it has a very "carpet cleaner"-y smell for lack of better words. Was quite noticeable when first using it, but luckily it went away completely about 2-3 days after using it and driving around with the windows cracked. So I'm sure I'll use it again because it did the job.