Q. What do you recommend for cleaning of CPAP masks manually?  In the directions from the mask manufacturer we use at our facility it says to clean with ‘Alconox’ so I assume the powdered precision cleaner? A. Continuous positive airway…

Permethrin, a widely used insecticide, often comes in the form of hard-to-dissolve crystals. For those in industries requiring the breakdown or cleaning of these crystals, the process can sometimes prove challenging. However, with the right approach and understanding of the chemistry involved, it becomes a more manageable task. In this post, we’ll explore the use of Keylajet® Low-Foaming Chelating Alkaline Detergent to facilitate this process and offer some tips to maximize its effectiveness.

Q: Were are having issues with castor oil residue in our pharma processes. What do you recommend?

A: Castor oil, derived from the seeds of the Ricinus communis plant, is a versatile oil used in a variety of industries from pharmaceuticals to cosmetics. However, in a manufacturing setting, cleaning castor oil residue can be challenging due to its thick and sticky nature.

Q: We are exploring alternate cleaning chemicals for our brazed copper and brass tubing components.   The major residue is brazing flux and light oil residue from fabrication.  We are currently using nitric acid.  What do you recommend?

A: Inorganic brazing flux residue, and the light oils, will be handled nicely by our mild yet effective citric acid based detergents. Depending on your cleaning method, manual or a washer system, we can recommend

Q: We need to remove diatomaceous earth from filter screens. What detergent do you recommend?

A: Diatomaceous earth, also known as filter aid, diatomite, celite, and other names, has a wide range of uses, including pest control, abrasives, and of course filtration.  As it is composed of both organic and inorganic matter, knowing which detergent to use is a very valid question.