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Alconox is a concentrated, anionic detergent for manual and ultrasonic cleaning. This alconox precision cleaner is free rinsing to give you reliable results without interfering residues. Excellent replacement for corrosive acids and hazardous solvents. USDA authorized. Dilute 1:100. pH 9.5

Applications: Glass, metal, stainless steel, porcelain, ceramic, plastic, rubber and fiberglass. Can be used on soft metals such as copper, aluminum, zinc and magnesium if rinsed promptly.

Makes up to 50 gallons of cleaner or 200L

Used to Clean: Healthcare instruments, laboratory ware, vacuum equipment, tissue culture ware, personal protective equipment, sampling apparatus, catheters, tubing, pipes, radioactive contaminated articles, optical parts, electronic components, pharmaceutical apparatus, cosmetics manufacturing equipment, metal castings, forgings and stampings, industrial parts, tanks and reactors. Authorized by USDA for use in federally inspected meat and poultry plants. Passes inhibitory residue test for water analysis. FDA certified.

Used to Remove: Soil, grit, grime, buffing compound, slime, grease, oils, blood, tissue, salts, deposits, particulates, solvents, chemicals, radioisotopes, radioactive contaminations, silicon oils, mold release agents.

Surfaces Cleaned: Corrosion inhibited formulation recommended for glass, metal, stainless steel, porcelain, ceramic, plastic, rubber and fiberglass. Can be used on soft metals such as copper, aluminum, zinc and magnesium if rinsed promptly. Corrosion testing may be advisable.

Cleaning Method: Soak, brush, sponge, cloth, ultrasonic, flow through clean-in-place. Will foam—not for spray or machine use.

Directions: Make a fresh 1% solution (2 1/2 tbsp per gal, 1 1/4 oz per gal, or 10 g per L) in cold, warm, or hot water. If available, use warm water. Use cold water for blood stains. For difficult soils, raise water temperature and use more detergent. Clean by soak, circulate, wipe, or ultrasonic method. Not for spray machines: will foam. For nonabrasive scouring, make paste. Use 2% solution to soak frozen stopcocks. To remove silver tarnish, soak in 1% solution in aluminum container. RINSE THOROUGHLY—preferably with running water. For critical cleaning, do final or all rinsing in distilled, deionized, or purified water. For food contact surfaces, rinse with potable water. Used on a wide range of glass, ceramic, plastic, and metal surfaces. Corrosion testing may be advisable. Material compatibility guidelines available on request

Alconox Specifications

Physical Data

Typical Value

pH of 1% Solution

9.5

Surface Tension 1% Sol’n

32 dyne/cm

Conductivity 1% Sol’n

7.0 dyne/cm at 21°C

Form

Powder

Color

White and Cream-Colored Flakes

Solubility in Water

To 10% (w/w) at Ambient Temperature

Hard Water Effectiveness

Highly Effective

Biodegradability

Yes, meets EC648/2004

Foam Tendency

High Foaming

Shelf Life

24 Months from End of Manufacture

Fragrance and Dye Content

0%

Phosphate Content

7.3% as Phosphorus

Flash Point (°F)

None

Organic Carbon

11% (% calculated w/w)