Technical term

Brake dust

Brake dust contains metallic particles that can bond firmly to wheel surfaces. It can be corrosive and should be removed regularly. Learn more.

Wheels & tyres

What does Brake dust mean?

Brake dust contains metallic particles that can bond firmly to wheel surfaces. It can be corrosive and should be removed regularly.

Related terms

Wheels & tyres

Wheel cleaning removes brake dust, metallic particles, oil and road dirt using chemical and mechanical methods suited to the wheel finish.

Chemistry & cleaning products

Fallout consists of metallic particles that become embedded in paint and oxidise. They are removed with suitable chemicals.