Oxyclean alternative ?

Diablo said:

I'm getting ready to bottle this weekend so was looking for a good bottle cleaner. As I live in Ireland I can't get Oxyclean. However, I did find a powdered "multi-purpose stain remover with Oxy-action" in a supermarket.

The contents say: ">30% oxygen-based bleaching agent, <5% non-ionic surfactants, anionic surfactants, protease enzyme."

It can be diluted in water to soak clothes.

Does anyone know if this is the same as Oxyclean ?

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Hugh_Jass said:

It's not the same as oxyclean. Oxyclean contains no surfactant.
The surfactant (non-ionic and anionic)will inhibit head retention if it's not rinsed completely, so be sure to give an extra rinse if you're using that product.
That product sounds more like a laundry detergent/stain product, but if you're careful to completely rinse, it'll work.
FWIW, Hot water is good for most bottle cleaning applications. That, combined with a post-cleaning, sanitizing rinse will work for the majority of your needs. I'd start with a hot water soak. For the bottles that do not pass inspection, employ the cleaning product for further assistance.

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