Permatex Brake & Parts Cleaners

Permatex Brake & Parts Cleaners: Chemical Precision for Critical Stopping Systems

When it comes to brake service, contamination is the enemy. A trace of grease or brake fluid on a rotor, caliper, or pad contact surface can compromise stopping power and lead to costly comebacks. That's why professional technicians and serious DIYers turn to Permatex — a brand trusted by pros since 1909 — for chemically engineered cleaning solutions purpose-built for brake systems and automotive parts.

Browse the full selection of Brake & Parts Cleaners to find the right formula for your job.

Two Distinct Formulas for Every Shop Need

Permatex approaches brake cleaning with the same precision it brings to its sealants and gasket makers, offering two targeted products in this category:

• Permatex Non-Chlorinated Brake & Parts Cleaner (14.5 oz): This formula penetrates, dissolves, and removes dirt and oil from brake systems and metal parts, leaving no contaminant-attracting residue behind. Formulated without chlorinated solvents, it helps meet EPA halide limits and is safe for use on aluminum — a critical advantage on modern vehicles with aluminum calipers and knuckles.
• Permatex Pro-Strength Brake & Parts Cleaner (12.6 oz): Specifically formulated to aggressively remove oil, grease, brake fluids, oxidized oils, and asphalt from all types of brakes and other automotive parts. This heavy-duty aerosol is the go-to choice when facing heavily soiled components or high-mileage brake hardware.

What Sets Permatex Apart in This Category

Permatex doesn't just make a cleaner — it engineers a system. The formulas penetrate through dirt and corrosion and flush them away, eliminating the need to disassemble components. They leave no residue, dry fast, and are non-corrosive to metals. That combination of speed and thoroughness makes a real difference during a brake job, where clean mating surfaces directly affect how well new hardware seats and performs.

These cleaners are suitable for all brake systems, C.V. joints, machinery, and tools — as well as brake drums, calipers, discs, shoes, pads, and cylinders. The versatility means a single can handles the full range of degreasing tasks in a typical brake service, from cleaning hardware to prepping surfaces.

The non-chlorinated option also carries an environmental edge: it leaves no chlorinated solvent run-off and helps manage EPA halide limits , which matters for shops looking to stay compliant with local environmental regulations without sacrificing cleaning performance.

A Legacy of Chemical Engineering Behind Every Can

Permatex is a leading manufacturer, distributor, and marketer of premium chemical products to the automotive maintenance and repair market, with a product lineup spanning adhesives, sealants, gasket makers, threadlockers, hand cleaners, lubricants, and cleaners. Products are formulated for industries including automotive, marine, motorcycle, heavy duty, and off-highway — and the company continuously works with automakers, parts suppliers, and aftermarket companies to develop the next generation of service technology.

Choosing Permatex for brake cleaning means putting that century-plus of formulation expertise directly to work on one of the most safety-critical systems on any vehicle.