Turtle Wax Power Out! Upholstery Cleaner Odor Eliminator
Priced as of May 26, 2026
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From the Safety Data Sheet
Full SDS ↗ (rev. 2017-02-02)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.
EyesRecommendedMfr. SDS §8 · 29 CFR 1910.133(a)(1) · GHS H320SkinSituationalMfr. SDS §8LungsRecommendedMfr. SDS §8 · 29 CFR 1910.134(a) · GHS H332Ventilation—No PPE in published sourcesShow details for all categories ▾Hide details ▴
From the manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet, Section 8
“H320 (EU CLP eye irritation Cat 2B) — overhead aerosol application means spray fallout descends directly toward the applicator's face.”
— Turtle Wax
U.S. regulatory standard
29 CFR 1910.133(a)(1)
“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.
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From the manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet, Section 8
“No H315 or H317 — situational tier from extended blotting contact during repeated application.”
— Turtle Wax
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From the manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet, Section 8
“H332 (harmful if inhaled, Acute Tox Cat 4) — aerosol foam delivery in an enclosed cabin with overhead application creates a direct inhalation pathway.”
— Turtle Wax
U.S. regulatory standard
29 CFR 1910.134(a); 1910.1200(f)
“The employer shall assess the workplace to determine if hazards are present, or are likely to be present, which necessitate the use of personal protective equipment.”
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.
The Podium · Top 3 in Headliner Cleaner
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- Silver · #2You're hereTurtle WaxPower Out! Upholstery Cleaner Odor EliminatorCCT 7.1
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CarCareTruth's Analysis
Last reviewed May 26, 2026
TL;DR Aerosol foam with Odor-X odor elimination — community-documented overnight odor removal from smoke, pet, and food stains. Foam format reduces headliner over-saturation risk versus a liquid spray. H332 (harmful if inhaled) and overhead aerosol delivery: wear safety goggles and keep doors open.
What it is and how it performs
Power Out! dispenses as aerosol foam through a detachable micro-scrub brush cap. Foam clings overhead instead of running, giving better moisture control than a liquid pump spray — the critical advantage for headliner board safety. Community evidence is primarily seat and carpet use (2,100+ reviews, 4.3 stars): strong results on food, smoke, and pet odors confirmed, including a rideshare driver documenting overnight odor elimination in a closed vehicle. No board delamination or sagging reports. Dries residue-free on dark fabric. Firm brush bristles may snag delicate fabric weaves at aggressive angles.
Who should buy this — and who should skip it
Strong pick for OEM cloth headliners and upholstery with smoke, food, or pet odor problems. Buyers with Alcantara or suede-type headliners should verify compatibility first — community data on those substrates is absent. Owners targeting heavy headliner soiling from hair-product grease should consider a dedicated extraction-based cleaner with headliner-specific community confirmation.
Safety and environmental impact
WARNING signal word — aerosol propellants (flammable gas H220, pressurized container H280) and H332 (harmful if inhaled, Acute Tox Cat 4). H332 with enclosed-cabin aerosol delivery is a real inhalation pathway; apply with doors open. H320 (EU CLP eye irritation Cat 2B) with overhead application means spray fallout reaches the face directly; wear safety goggles. Skin contact is situational. Water-based formula, no aquatic toxicity codes, no PFAS, low VOC; blotting cloth is drain-destined via laundry.
Frequently asked questions
Is Turtle Wax Power Out! safe to use on headliners?▾
The aerosol foam format is well-suited for headliner use because the foam clings to the surface rather than running, allowing better volume control than a liquid pump spray. No board delamination or sagging reports were found in community reviews, though available evidence is primarily from seat and carpet use. Apply a light mist, blot promptly, and do not soak the fabric.
What stains does Turtle Wax Power Out! remove?▾
The product targets food and drink stains (coffee, juice, grease), smoke odor, pet accidents, mud, ink, and general fabric soils. Community reviews confirm strong results on food and smoke odors; the Odor-X component neutralizes odors at the molecular level rather than masking them.
Does Turtle Wax Power Out! work on car odors?▾
Odor elimination is the product's standout feature. Multiple verified-purchase reviewers document effective odor removal from smoke, pet accidents, and food spills. One rideshare driver confirmed full odor elimination from a vomit incident that sat overnight in a closed vehicle.
What does the WARNING signal word mean for this product?▾
The WARNING signal word is driven by aerosol propellants (flammable gas H220, pressurized container H280) and H332 (harmful if inhaled, Acute Tox Cat 4). The H332 classification combined with aerosol delivery in an enclosed cabin means applying with doors open reduces inhalation exposure meaningfully.
From the manufacturer
Marketing copy from Turtle Wax, via Amazon. Not editorial.
- •Formulated with Odor-X odor eliminator to help remove odors caused by pets, cigarette smoke, food and mildew
- •Detachable micro scrub brush reaches deep into carpet fibers and rubber mat crevices to remove the toughest stains
- •Safe and effective on light and dark upholstery in cars, trucks, houses, and boats
- •Powerful cleaning for all types of ground-in stains including coffee, juice, grease, make up, food, oil, ink, mud, and dirt
- •In addition to cleaning, it also leaves a soil repelling silicone shield of protection
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Manufacturer specifications
- Brand
- Turtle Wax
- Item Form
- Wax
- Scent
- Cleaner Odor
- Specific Uses For Product
- Powerful cleaning for all types of ground-in stains including coffee, juice, grease, make up, food, oil, ink, mud, and dirt See more
- Material Feature
- Unscented
- Specific Uses For Product
- Powerful cleaning for all types of ground-in stains including coffee, juice, grease, make up, food, oil, ink, mud, and dirt
- Surface Recommendation
- Carpet,Fabric
- Special Features
- Formulated with Odor-X odor eliminator
- Contains Liquid Contents?
- Yes
- Material Features
- Unscented
- Item Volume
- 18 Fluid Ounces
- Unit Count
- 510.29 Grams
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Top Amazon review
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Removed Stains from Thief's Cough Syrup-Filled Bong
My SUV was stolen, then returned to me at the police impound station with the thief's gear still inside, including a bong filled with cherry cough syrup that had gurgled onto my back seat carpet. For a nearly-free $4.86, I bought this Turtle Wax "Power Out" Car Upholstery Cleaner and Odor Eliminator, which unlike other products came affixed with its own agitator-scrubber ("Detachable micro scrub brush").I went after that bong juice twice, and needed only a little of the can's ample 18 ounces to restore my Chevy Tahoe to stain-free, stink-free glory. This product smells great -- like men's shaving cream -- and generates a rich foam that lifts debris to the surface.I repeat: This product costs only $4.86! It's one of the great value purchases within any category in the Amazon ecosystem. - (Was this of use? If so, let me know by clicking, "Helpful." Cheers!)