Citrus Chisel Non-Butyl Cleaner & Degreaser 5 Gal. Pail
Citrus Chisel™ Non-Butyl Cleaner & Degreaser – 5 Gal. Pail is a professional-strength, concentrated natural citrus cleaner and degreaser by Betco. Its synergistic combination of natural citrus solvents and a specialized surfactant system quickly penetrates and emulsifies fats, oils, grease, and other heavy soils without using butyl solvents.
The 5-gallon pail configuration is Item #16705-00, making it a practical bulk format for commercial kitchens, factories, warehouses, maintenance departments, food-processing facilities, and other demanding cleaning environments.
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
- Pleasant citrus fragrance
- Deodorizes while cleaning
- Nonflammable
- Economical dilution
- Suitable for applications ranging from factories to commercial kitchens
Recommended Applications
- Commercial kitchens
- Food-processing facilities
- Factory floors
- Concrete and cement surfaces
- Machinery and equipment
- Motors
- Tools
- Maintenance areas
- Warehouses
- Industrial facilities
- Floors and other compatible hard surfaces
Benefits
- Cuts through stubborn grease, oil, and animal-fat soils
- Provides powerful cleaning without butyl solvents
- Citrus fragrance helps deodorize during cleaning
- Concentrated formulation provides economical use
- Suitable for both routine and heavy-duty cleaning
- Versatile enough for kitchen and industrial applications
- Large 5-gallon format supports high-volume cleaning operations
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Non-Butyl Citrus Cleaner & Degreaser |
| Brand | Betco |
| Product Name | Citrus Chisel™ |
| Item Number | 16705-00 |
| Package | 5 Gal. Pail |
| Form | Liquid Concentrate |
| Color | Orange |
| Fragrance | Citrus |
| pH | 13.00–14.00 |
| Detergency | Excellent |
| Emulsification | Excellent |
| Foaming | Moderate |
| Flash Point | None |
| Primary Function | Cleaning & Degreasing |
| Formula | Natural Citrus / Non-Butyl |
| Warranty | 2 Years |
Betco confirms 16705-00 as the 5-gallon pail configuration and lists additional 1-gallon, 32-ounce, FastDraw, drum, and tote formats.
Dilution & Directions
Citrus Chisel™ can be diluted according to the level of soil:
| Soil Level | Dilution |
|---|---|
| Light Soil | 1.25 oz./gal. (1:100) |
| Moderate Soil | 3 oz./gal. (1:43) |
| Heavy Soil | 6 oz./gal. (1:21) |
Apply the appropriate dilution to the compatible surface, allow the solution to work on the soil, agitate when necessary, and rinse or recover the solution as appropriate.
Important Surface & Safety Information
Citrus Chisel™ is not recommended for glass or water-based paints. Concentrated product and strong dilutions can discolor aluminum and other soft metals, so surface compatibility should be verified before use.
For food-processing applications, food-contact surfaces must be rinsed with potable water after treatment, and food should be protected from contamination during application and storage.
Why Choose Citrus Chisel™?
Citrus Chisel™ Non-Butyl Cleaner & Degreaser – 5 Gal. Pail combines strong grease-cutting performance with natural citrus solvents and a non-butyl formulation. Its broad dilution range makes it suitable for everything from routine maintenance to heavy grease removal.
The 5-gallon pail is particularly well suited to commercial kitchens, factories, warehouses, food-processing facilities, maintenance departments, and industrial cleaning programs requiring economical, high-performance degreasing.
