Hard-Water Dishwashing Detergent Tablet Formula
Specially designed tablets with limescale removers and extra enzymes to combat mineral buildup, ensuring a superior clean in hard-water conditions.
Technical Specifications
- pH Level: 10.5-11.5
- Shelf Life: 24 months
- Batch Size: 1000-5000 tablets
- Processing Time: Approximately 3 hours
- Temperature: Ambient temperature (20-25°C for processing)
- Storage: Store in a cool, dry place, away from moisture.
- Viscosity: Solid tablet
- Certification: EPA Safer Choice, ISO 9001
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Percentage | Function |
|---|
| Sodium Citrate | 25.0% | Water softening and limescale prevention |
| Sodium Carbonate | 15.0% | Water softener and alkalinity adjuster |
| Sodium Percarbonate | 20.0% | Stain remover and cleansing agent |
| Protease Enzyme | 5.0% | Breakdown of proteinaceous stains |
| Amylase Enzyme | 4.0% | Breakdown of starch-based stains |
| Sodium Polyaspartate | 10.0% | Prevention of mineral deposit formation |
| Sodium Sulfate | 18.0% | Filler and bulking agent |
| Fragrance | 1.0% | Provides a pleasant scent |
| Colorant | 0.5% | Aesthetic appeal |
| Anti-foaming Agent | 1.5% | Reduces excess foam formation |
Manufacturing Process
Dry Mixing
- Measure all dry ingredients: Sodium Citrate, Sodium Carbonate, Sodium Percarbonate, and Sodium Sulfate.
- Place in a high-shear mixer and blend until a uniform dry mix is achieved.
Enzyme Blending
- Add Protease Enzyme and Amylase Enzyme to the dry mix.
- Blend gently to preserve enzyme activity.
Final Ingredients Addition
- Add Sodium Polyaspartate, Fragrance, Colorant, and Anti-foaming Agent to the mix.
- Continue blending until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Tablet Compression
- Use a tablet press machine to compress the powder into tablet form.
- Ensure uniformity in tablet weight and size.
Packaging
- Collect and inspect tablets for quality assurance.
- Package tablets in moisture-resistant foil wrappers.
Usage Instructions
Place one tablet in the detergent compartment of your dishwasher. Suitable for hard-water conditions, ensuring a clean and sparkling wash.
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