I also bounced this thread off of my contact that also has a direct involvement in the OEM paint industry as well as a manufacturer of a well known detailing line and whom which holds a Doctorate degree in Polymer & Organic Chemistry. Here’s what he mentioned about the subject: "Hi David, Thank you for the link. I agree with what Ketch says for the most part. At the molecular leveby Pro-Techt - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
2013 is the time when Auto Wax's patents expire. As many know they control the sale of all clay distributed in the US. They've sued infringers multiple times(almost 20) and have received $10's of Millions in court judgements. I'm purely assuming that when this time comes many companies will then introduce their own version of clay, but how will they compare? What might becomeby Pro-Techt - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts
Hi Ron - you mentioned that paint sealants reduce damage, but it almost seems that if water can and does have the ability to absorb through the clear and base(thus the need for e-coat/corrosion protection), it can also easily penetrate through the sealant. On humid rainy days I've experimented by sealing a bare piece of metal and left it outside overnight to find them already atarting to corby Pro-Techt - Auto Detailing: Secrets of the Experts