Citric acid for cleaning

Citric Acid for Cleaning

Crystallized citric acid is a mild and natural acid with powerful descaling properties and rust-removing effects. Its cleaning properties are well-known and useful for many household purposes.

The citric acid is produced from the fermentation of molasses. It is water-soluble and completely biodegradable (OECD test).

Usage: Citric acid can be used for coffee machines, pots, washing machines, stainless steel, chrome, ceramics, and even plastic. It easily removes tough dish stains, dissolves rust, and is an effective cleaning agent for metal. At high concentrations, citric acid is not suitable for use on enamel, aluminum, marble, or surfaces sensitive to acids.

Contents: Citric acid 99% minimum. Manufactured in Europe.

Storage: Should be stored in a closed container.

Precautions: Keep out of reach of children.

Descaling recipes:

Descaling coffee maker:
Dissolve 1-2 tablespoons of citric acid in 1 liter of cold water. Fill the machine with the solution and let it work for approximately 15-30 minutes. Then pour out the mixture and rinse twice with clean, cold water.

Descaling kettle:
Mix 1-2 tbsp citric acid in 1 liter of water. Fill the kettle with the mixture and bring to a boil, letting it boil briefly. Let the mixture stand for 30 minutes and pour out. Then rinse thoroughly with water.

Descaling washing machine:
Pour 6-8 tbsp citric acid into the drum and run an empty machine at 90 degrees.

Descaling taps, pressure reducing valves, shower heads etc.:
Mix 2-5 tbsp citric acid in 1 liter of water. Scrub the areas to be descaled or leave to soak for about 12 hours. Then rinse with water.

Descaling stainless steel septic tank:
Mix about 3-5 soup spoons of citric acid (depending on the scale level) per 1 liter of hot water. A soup spoon is 15 ml (3-5 x 15 ml). Let the mixture sit in the tank for about 12 hours and then rinse thoroughly with clean water.

Cleaning Recipes:

Removing stains from tea or coffee cups and vases:
Pour 1-2 tbsp citric acid into the cup/vase and add boiling water. Note that the cup/vase should be heat-resistant. Let stand for approximately 30 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with water.

Removing thin films of lime, cement, or plaster:
Dilute 3-6 tbsp citric acid in 1 liter of water. Scrub the solution on the surface to be cleaned and then rinse with clean water.

Cleaning burnt bottoms of stainless steel pots:
Mix 12 tbsp citric acid in approximately 2.36 dl (1 cup) of water. Heat the solution for a few minutes in the burnt pan and then rinse well.

Cleaning chrome, stainless steel, ceramic and plastic surfaces:
Mix 2-5 tbsp citric acid in 1 liter of warm water. Wipe the surfaces with the solution, scrub if needed. Then rinse thoroughly with water.

Rust removal:
Prepare a 10% citric acid solution in a bowl by mixing citric acid and water. Place the object to be cleaned (e.g., a key) in the solution overnight. A chemical reaction occurs between the citric acid and rust. The iron oxide (rust) is then converted into a colorless substance. Then rinse the object with water.

Supplier: La Droguerie Écologique, France.

Citric acid minimum 99%. Manufactured in Europe.