exterior car hatchback plastic part questions

[Marthe48]

I have a 2008 Prius. The outer hatchback handle has a black section made of some kind of black non-metal material. It is degrading and if I open the hatchback, I get melty black gunk across my fingers. What is that part of the handle called? What is the composition of that part of the handle? What can I use to get it off my fingers? I tried soap and water, olive oil, nailpolish remover and 70% alcohol, then soap and water again. Most of it is gone, but I didn't think any of the products did the job.

Any help is appreciated.

[MenloParque]

1. Goof Off should have no problem getting that off.

[Marthe48]

2. Thank you

I'm going out later. Maybe I can get that or a similar product.

[taxi]

3. Maybe look here: $32.99

2004-09 Toyota Prius Rear Tailgate Liftgate Garnish Handle Trim Decor Black

https://www.ebay.com/itm/374407212588?hash=item572c68ae2c:g:ePAAAOSwB11jmgvB&amdata=enc%3AAQAIAAABAEMJ72TRM%2Fs%2Baw9c1TyQB%2ByeUNvnz5SMYu7TJ5bBpkd%2FELfWSwPGwu%2FGMWIr0ypACHmccC43vDC0qsqmqv4969gmqByaNCrcwJCm5H3wEqMfjKtUhKub%2FO06oF%2B57wsO6OeQG8lcDJMyCcq4ajXIBdMzj1Tz%2BAqXEScIipLApX0RUz6Z8MUCgutgYYoqqMwrL8iPouclE4jbFTR5ZJ3pJP2r6h9Gw%2FM1LWMSTuQrfwXtDwwfABSn5VqMT5h7vlcIdbPOOfsr2SMEIzS3%2FYdgNErJpaCXx40zZCrRdjZCOA2Jph4U1kQWcsdblNca7EGyJDyNemK7YLDq4HCRw5vBoQ0%3D%7Ctkp%3ABFBMuJPFksxi

[Hermit-The-Prog]

4. Fast Orange will clean just about anything off your hands. Smells good, too.

Comes in smooth or with pumice. I use the latter, because I usually have some pretty nasty old grease, oil, and carbon on my hands after working on old machinery.

[ Edit to add: ] Should've given more details, sorry about that. Here's some ad copy --

The 1-selling, biodegradable, waterless, petroleum solvent-free hand cleaner that contains no harsh chemicals, petroleum solvents or ammonia that can sting cuts or abrasions. Pure, fresh-smelling natural citrus power does the cleaning. Fortified with aloe, lanolin, glycerin, and other skin conditioners to soothe raw, rough hands. Fine Pumice deep cleans the toughest dirt. Works great on laundry stains (smooth lotion only), scuff marks, tile floors, pet odors and many other household cleaning needs.

I'm always skinning my knuckles so that lack of petroleum solvents and ammonia is important to me.

[Marthe48]

5. Thanks for all of the information

I have an appt. for the car for probably front bearings, maybe brake work. If I remember, I'll see if they can replace the handle or cover it with something.

When I'm out, I'll see if I can get a product to have on hand to clean my hands.

[quickesst]

6. Take a look at this website

States that Toyota has agreed to fix the problem. Might be something useful to you. Seems to be a widespread problem.

https://www.meyersonstrategy.com/2013/09/toyotas-sticky-2007-prius-hatch-problem.html?m=1

[Marthe48]

7. I wonder if the fix expired?

newest update is 2013 I will look into it and let you know. Thanks!