Five Star - Acid #5 Citric / Phosphoric Blend - 4 x 1 Gallon

• Minimum order 1 case of 4 One Gallon Bottles
• A blend of inorganic acids with a low foam detergent designed to rapidly attack scale and stone and leave metal surfaces sparkling.  Suited to perform a variety of tough cleaning jobs in the food & beverage industry.  This acid blend will help remove the stubborn protein stain ( blue rainbow ) as well as food deposits like starch.  Its low foaming characteristic enhances cleaning action when applied by circulation, spray or agitated soak applications.  Acid #5 is a dual application product and is also formulated to passivate and re-passivate stainless steel.
• An additional $25 Haz Mat shipping charge will be added post check-out to each item purchased.

Key Features

• Specially formulated to passivate and re-passivate stainless steel in order to protect equipment
• Rapid cleaner for effective beer stone removal
• Low-foaming
• More economical to use then most other chemicals used for passivation
• Appearance: Liquid – Blue to Purple

Properties

• Foam: Low
• Wetting: Good
• pH at 1 oz./gallon: 2.1
• pH of undiluted concentrate: 1.2
• Biodegradable: Yes

General Use Instructions

ACID RINSE

1. Drain the alkali wash- burst rinse with warm water.
2. Make a solution of 1 oz. of Acid #5 in every 10 gallons of water used.
3. Circulate this solution for 15 minutes at 50-140 F.
4. Drain the system and rinse with water.
5. Just prior to re-use sanitize according to the local health codes.

ACID WASH

1. Clean equipment with suitable alkali to produce acceptable soil removal.
2. Drain the alkali wash- burst rinse with warm water.
3. Make a solution using 1 oz. of Acid #5 in each gallon of water used.
4. Circulate this solution for 15 minutes at a temperature of 50-140 F.
5. Drain and rinse with water.
6. Just prior to re-use sanitize according the local health codes.

INITIAL ACID PASSIVATION

1. After cleaning vessel with alkali cleaner use 5 oz. of Acid #5 per gallon of water.
2. Circulate for 20 minutes at 120 F.
3. Drain vessel and allow to air dry.  The vessel must air dry to achieve successful passivation.
4. Before using vessel, it is required to rinse with water and sanitize according to public health standards.

RE-PASSIVATION

1. Use 1 oz. of Acid #5 per gallon of water and circulate for 30 minutes at 120 F.
2. Allow to air dry.
3. Just prior to re-use sanitize according to local health standards.

Acid Cleaners

• While alkaline cleaners are great for removing oils and heavy soils, they are not great for things like beer stone, water scale, and aluminum oxide.  This is where acid cleaners flourish.  Alkaline and acid cleaners are meant to be used in conjunction as part of a 2-part cleaning regimen for the most effective clean.
• When using acid cleaners ensure that you are using the appropriate solution and blend for your equipment’s material.  Some acids work best at certain temperatures, so always make sure to check the usage guide for your chosen product.
• A good cleaning product will work to remove organic soils on contact, without requiring laborious scrubbing.  When looking for a new product, take into account your manufacturing process, amount of leftover soils, and the equipment’s materials.
• Five Star Chemicals is a full-service provider of cleaning and sanitizing chemicals for breweries, distilleries, cideries, wineries, and other beverage industries.  As a proven leader since 1980, Five Star has developed many unique, innovative and patented products. Many Five Star products are approved for use by the USDA, FDA or EPA.  All products have been formulated with safety, equipment material, compatibility, and quality in mind.