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Top rated lab surfactants and detergents
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Best overall AlconoxTergazyme Enzyme-Active Lab Detergent, 4 lb
Highly effective enzymatic detergent for manual and automated cleaning of lab glassware and instruments.
- Excellent cleaning power
- Dissolves quickly
- Works with cold water
- Slightly expensive
- Powder can clump if not sealed
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Best value AlconoxAlconox Lab Detergent, 12 lb
Versatile and economical detergent suitable for a wide range of lab cleaning tasks.
- Cost-effective per use
- Effective on grease
- Low residue
- Not enzymatic
- Large container may be bulky
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Best for general use
Sigma-Aldrich 5% Liqui-Nox Laboratory Detergent, 1 gal
Popular liquid detergent for general lab cleaning, safe on metals and plastics.
- Ready-to-use liquid
- Non-toxic
- Versatile
- Requires rinsing
- May not remove stubborn residues
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Best for tough residues Decon LabsDecon Contrex 2X Heavy-Duty Alkaline Detergent, 1 gal
Concentrated alkaline detergent ideal for removing heavy organic soils and carbonized residues.
- Powerful degreasing
- Concentrated formula
- Effective on baked-on soils
- Caustic, requires PPE
- Expensive
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Best for glassware
Thermo Scientific RBS 35 Detergent, 1 L
Non-foaming, phosphate-free detergent specially formulated for lab glassware cleaning in washers.
- Phosphate-free
- Leaves glass spot-free
- Automatic washer compatible
- Not for manual cleaning
- Pricey per liter
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Best for precision instruments Cole-ParmerMicro-90 Lab Cleaning Solution, 1 gal
Concentrated, biodegradable cleaner safe for delicate instruments and optical surfaces.
- Non-abrasive
- Biodegradable
- Safe on optics
- Expensive concentrate
- May need multiple rinses
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Best budget pick OaktonCole-Parmer Lab Detergent Powder, 2 lb
Economical powder detergent for basic lab cleaning needs, effective and inexpensive.
- Very affordable
- Good for routine cleaning
- Easy to store
- Less effective on tough soils
- Not for precision instruments