Unlike most tar removers, Gyeon Tar does not impact any exterior surfaces and is safe for bodywork. It is suitable for use on paint, glass, and plastic trim (both painted and unpainted). Being pH neutral, it can also be used to remove tar spots from bare polished lips or ceramic-coated vehicles.
Efficient & Safe
Over time, vehicles tend to accumulate significant amounts of tar and road contamination. Gyeon Tar expedites the decontamination process by dissolving the majority of tar and contaminants, making your claying process easier and safer. Fewer contaminants result in a reduced chance of marring the paint.
GYEON IRON
To enhance the effectiveness of decontamination, use Gyeon Iron in combination
Gyeon Tar is exceptionally effective in removing adhesive residues, efficiently dissolving organic contaminants and glues. Work on one panel at a time, ensuring the product does not dry on the surface. Be extra cautious when working on PPF (recommended 30 seconds dwell time only).
TIP: Prepare a bucket with hot water and use a soaked Q²M SilkMitt to enhance contamination removal. Wash the car once the work is completed.
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GYEON Q²M Tar REDEFINED – Tar and Adhesive Residue Remover
GYEON Q²M Tar REDEFINED is a targeted contamination remover for tar, asphalt and suitable organic or adhesive deposits. It helps dissolve stubborn spots that remain after washing, reducing the need to attack them with repeated rubbing or aggressive claying.
Tar commonly collects on lower doors, rocker panels, bumpers and wheel areas. Treating those deposits chemically before polishing or coating helps create a cleaner starting surface. The REDEFINED formula is suitable for compatible paint, glass and plastic trim, with a low-VOC formulation and straightforward local application.
Adhesive-cleaning utility: Can assist with compatible glue residue after appropriate testing.
Less mechanical work: Reduces the amount of physical decontamination needed where deposits dissolve successfully.
Targeted application: Treat affected areas rather than repeatedly scrubbing the entire vehicle.
Useful before protection: Complements washing and iron removal during surface preparation.
Product Details
Product type
Tar, asphalt and compatible adhesive residue remover
Formula feature
Low VOC
Suitable surfaces
Compatible paint, glass and plastic trim
Available sizes
500 ml, 1 L and 4 L
How to Use
Identify the contamination and test the product on a discreet area of the finish.
Work on a cool surface in the shade, treating one manageable section at a time.
Apply to the affected area and allow the product to soften or dissolve the deposits according to the label.
Gently lift loosened contamination with suitable clean wash media or rinse as directed. Avoid grinding remaining particles into the paint.
Repeat locally if necessary, then wash the treated area thoroughly to remove residue.
Inspect before proceeding with further decontamination, polishing or protection.
Application Tips and Things to Watch For
Keep the product from drying on the surface. Use controlled application around film edges, decals, repaired finishes and materials whose chemical compatibility is uncertain. Do not assume that suitability for automotive paint means every adhesive, wrap or plastic can be saturated.
Chemical removal cannot repair staining or finish damage left after contamination has been present for a long time. If a mark remains after the deposit is gone, reassess it rather than continuing to rub.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will Tar REDEFINED remove iron fallout?
It is designed for tar and suitable organic deposits. Use an iron remover for ferrous contamination. A full decontamination process may require both, but only where the corresponding contamination is present.
Do I still need to clay afterwards?
Possibly. Inspect the surface after washing away the chemical residue. If it is already smooth and clean, additional claying may be unnecessary. Remaining bonded contamination may need a different treatment.
Can it remove sticker glue?
It can help with suitable adhesive residue, but adhesive chemistry and the underlying material vary. Test first and take particular care around decals or films you intend to keep.
Can I apply a coating immediately afterwards?
Complete the wash and preparation process first. For a ceramic coating, the final surface should be dry, decontaminated and free of oils or chemical residue, with the required preparation spray used as directed.
Is stronger scrubbing more effective?
Allow the correct chemical treatment to soften the deposit first. Repeated heavy pressure increases the chance of marring without addressing why the contamination is still attached.
Yes, use Iron first, wash it off, then apply Tar. After Tar, use soap for a final wash.
Ensure the panel is cool. Work on a small section at a time, do not let the product dry, then rinse off.
Certainly, exercise caution. Work on a cool, small section at a time, and ensure not to let it sit for longer than 30 seconds. Rinse off thoroughly with soap afterward. Repeat the process if needed.
No, it wouldn't, as long as the product does not dry out and is rinsed off thoroughly.
We recommend avoiding spraying it on decorations. If you accidentally spray some on, rinse it off immediately
It is a solvent product, so there's a high chance it will damage the trigger. We recommend removing the sprayer, rinsing it, and putting the cap back on after use.
