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/ZERO: Citrus

alkaline-basedconcentrateceramic-safeall-purposedanger-labelbiodegradable

Best Value

$0.52/oz

A highly concentrated citrus-based alkaline cleaner that functions as both a pre-wash and all-purpose cleaner, dilutable up to 1:100 for versatile decontamination tasks.

Key Chemistry

pH Level

12.5

Active Mechanism

alkaline saponification

Surfactants

3 (nonionic, anionic)

Expert Analysis

The formulation combines d-limonene citrus solvents with disodium metasilicate alkaline builders and biodegradable sugar-based surfactants to create a dual-action cleaning system. The citrus components dissolve organic soils and traffic film while the alkaline chemistry tackles inorganic contamination, with the high dilution ratio allowing users to adjust aggressiveness based on contamination levels.

Key Differentiators

  • Exceptional dilution range up to 1:100 provides significant cost efficiency and application flexibility
  • Dual citrus-alkaline chemistry offers both solvent and alkaline cleaning mechanisms in one product
  • Antifungal properties with mold spore elimination capability extend beyond typical APC functions

Potential Concerns

  • High pH of 12.5 requires careful dilution adherence to prevent damage to sensitive surfaces or protective coatings
  • 'Danger' signal word indicates significant safety risks requiring proper PPE and handling precautions
  • Claims of being 'non-caustic' contradict the high alkaline pH and hazardous classification

Ingredients

8 disclosed
D-Glucopyranose, oligomers, decyl octyl glycosides10-20%
CAS: 68515-73-1surfactant
TETRASODIUM ETHYLENE DIAMINE TETRAACETATE1-5%
CAS: 64-02-8chelating agent
Alcohols, C9-11 ethoxylated1-5%
CAS: 68439-46-3surfactant
Sodium Di-Octyl Sulphosuccinate1-5%
CAS: 577-11-7surfactant
DISODIUM METASILICATE<1%
CAS: 6834-92-0alkaline builder
(R)-p-mentha-1,8-diene<1%
CAS: 5989-27-5fragrance
CITRALN/D
CAS: N/Afragrance
LINALOOLN/D
CAS: N/Afragrance

Source: sds only

Safety Profile

Signal Word
Danger
Eye Hazard
Causes serious eye damage
Skin Hazard
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Corrosive to Metals
Yes
Flammable
No