Citrus Chisel™ Non-Butyl Cleaner & Degreaser – 12 × 32 oz. Bottles is a concentrated professional citrus-based cleaner and degreaser by Betco. Its natural citrus solvents and specialized surfactant system quickly penetrate fats, oils, grease, and other heavy soils without using butyl solvents.
The 12 × 32 oz. bottle configuration is Item #16712-00, providing a convenient size for commercial kitchens, maintenance teams, industrial facilities, and general-purpose cleaning operations.
Key Features
Natural citrus-based cleaner and degreaser
Non-butyl formulation
Concentrated formula for light to heavy-duty cleaning
Quickly penetrates fats, oils, and grease-based soils
Excellent detergency and emulsification
Deodorizes while cleaning
Pleasant citrus fragrance
Nonflammable
Moderate foaming
Economical dilution
Suitable for applications ranging from factories to commercial kitchens
Recommended Applications
Commercial kitchens
Food-service facilities
Factory floors
Concrete and cement
Machinery and equipment
Motors
Tools
Industrial maintenance areas
Floors
Walls
Other compatible washable surfaces
Benefits
Cuts through stubborn grease and oil
Helps remove animal fats and food-service soils
Reduces manual scrubbing
Provides versatile cleaning from industrial to kitchen applications
Fresh citrus fragrance helps deodorize during cleaning
Concentrated formulation provides economical use
Non-butyl chemistry provides an alternative to traditional butyl degreasers
Product Specifications
Specification
Details
Product Type
Non-Butyl Citrus Cleaner & Degreaser
Brand
Betco
Product Name
Citrus Chisel™
Item Number
16712-00
Package
12 × 32 oz. Bottles
Form
Liquid Concentrate
Color
Orange
Fragrance
Citrus
pH
13.0–14.0
Detergency
Excellent
Emulsification
Excellent
Foaming
Moderate
Flash Point
None
Primary Function
Grease, Oil & Fat Removal
Formula
Natural Citrus Solvents / Non-Butyl
Warranty
2 Years
Betco confirms 16712-00 as the 12 × 32 oz. bottle configuration and lists the product as a concentrated natural citrus cleaner/degreaser.
Dilution & Directions
Citrus Chisel™ can be diluted according to the level of soil:
Light Soil: 1.25 oz. per gallon of water (1:100)
Moderate Soil: 3 oz. per gallon of water (1:43)
Heavy Soil: 6 oz. per gallon of water (1:21)
Apply the diluted solution to the surface, allow sufficient contact time for the cleaner to penetrate the soil, then wipe, scrub, or rinse as appropriate.
For food-processing and food-service applications, food-contact surfaces must be rinsed with potable water after treatment.
Important Surface Information
Citrus Chisel™ is not recommended for glass or water-based paints. Concentrated product and strong dilutions may discolor aluminum and other soft metals, so test surface compatibility before use.
Why Choose Citrus Chisel™?
Citrus Chisel™ Non-Butyl Cleaner & Degreaser – 12 × 32 oz. Bottles combines natural citrus-solvent cleaning power with a non-butyl formulation. Its ability to penetrate grease, oils, and fats makes it versatile enough for commercial kitchens, food-service facilities, factories, machinery, equipment, floors, and maintenance areas.
The 12 × 32 oz. format is especially convenient for professional cleaning teams that need portable, manageable containers for routine and heavy-duty degreasing applications.