SCOURING POWDER
Scouring Powder is a dry, abrasive cleaning product for removing stubborn dirt, burnt-on food, limescale, and rust stains from hard surfaces. Contains insoluble mineral abrasives (calcium carbonate, silica, or feldspar) combined with alkaline salts, detergents, and sometimes bleaching agents for whitening and disinfection . Suitable for sinks, cookware, tiles, porcelain, stainless steel, and ceramic surfaces. Apply damp surface, sprinkle powder, scrub, and rinse . Do not use on painted surfaces, untreated wood, polished metals, precious metals, glass, or soft plastics . Causes serious eye damage. Contact with acids liberates toxic gas. Do not mix with other cleaning products. Wear protective gloves and eye protection. Keep out of reach of children .
SCOURING POWDER
PRIMARY USES
1. Mechanical and Chemical Cleaning for Stubborn Deposits on Hard Surfaces
Primary Use: Provides a dry, abrasive cleaning powder formulated with insoluble mineral abrasives (80-95%), alkaline salts, and detergents to remove encrusted dirt, burnt-on food, grease, limescale, and rust stains from hard surfaces such as ceramic tiles, porcelain sinks, bathtubs, cookware, and bathroom fixtures.
How it helps: For environmental services teams and kitchen staff, the dual-action formula combines mechanical abrasion with chemical cleaning. The abrasive particles (typically calcium carbonate, silica, or feldspar) loosen dirt by mechanical action, while alkaline salts break down fatty substances, and detergents emulsify grease. Some formulations also contain bleaching agents (e.g., trichloroisocyanuric acid) that release chlorine to whiten dull deposits and disinfect surfaces. For the cleaning team, this means effective removal of stubborn stains without the need for excessive scrubbing, reducing physical effort and improving efficiency in clinical and domestic kitchens.
2. Versatile Application Across Multiple Surfaces
Primary Use: Suitable for cleaning sinks, washbasins, kitchen countertops, cookware, oven interiors, bathroom tiles and fixtures, porcelain, stainless steel, ceramic, and other hard washable surfaces.
How it helps: For healthcare and facilities managers, the versatility of scouring powder simplifies inventory management by reducing the need for multiple specialised cleaning products. The powder format allows for easy dosing—either sprinkled directly on the surface or mixed with water to form a paste for targeted stain removal . For the user, this means a single product can address a wide range of cleaning tasks across different areas of a facility.
SECONDARY USES
1. Removal of Rust Stains: Some scouring powder formulations (e.g., those containing oxalic acid instead of alkaline salts) are specifically effective against rust stains rather than grease and organic dirt .
2. Paste Formation for Stubborn Stains: When mixed with a little water to form a paste, scouring powder can be applied directly to burnt-on residues on oven interiors, grills, and baking trays and left to work briefly before scrubbing, improving stain removal efficacy .
3. Chlorine-based Disinfection: Some scouring powders contain dry bleaching agents (e.g., trichloroisocyanuric acid) that release chlorine when wet, providing a disinfectant action alongside cleaning . This makes them suitable for hygiene-sensitive areas such as bathrooms and clinical environments where surface disinfection is required.
1. BASIC IDENTIFICATION ATTRIBUTES
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Device Type: Abrasive cleaning powder for hard surfaces; not a medical device
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Composition (Typical): 80-95% insoluble mineral abrasive, 1-25% alkaline salt detergent (e.g., sodium carbonate), 2-6% surfactant/detergent, plus fragrances, bleaching agentsÂ
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Abrasive Materials: Calcium carbonate, silica (quartz), feldspar, pumice, kaolinite, soapstone, talcÂ
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Bleaching Agent (select variants): Trichloroisocyanuric acid (releases chlorine)Â
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Alternative Formulations: Oxalic acid-based for rust stain removalÂ
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Forms: Powder (dry), sachet, tub
2. TECHNICAL & PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES
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Primary Action: Mechanical abrasion removes encrusted dirt; chemical action breaks down grease, oils, and organic matter
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Surfaces: Ceramic tiles, porcelain sinks, bathtubs, cookware, baking trays, grills, stainless steel, toilets, bathroom fixturesÂ
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Surfaces to Avoid: Painted surfaces, untreated wood, polished metals, precious metals (gold, silver, copper), glass, soft plastics, plexiglassÂ
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Particle Size: Less than 50 µm diameter for uniform abrasive actionÂ
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pH (1% solution): Alkaline (approximately 10-11)
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Bleaching: 0.7% available chlorineÂ
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Reusability: Single-use; product is consumed during cleaning
3. PHYSICAL & OPERATIONAL PROPERTIES
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Preparation: Ready to use. No dilution required.
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Application Method: Dampen surface. Sprinkle powder directly or mix with water to form paste. Rub with cloth, sponge, or brush. Rinse thoroughly with clean water .
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Dual-action nozzle: Some products offer fine dusting or larger opening options .
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Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from acids and moisture.
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Pack Sizes: 450g, 750g, 1kg containers .
4. SAFETY & COMPLIANCE ATTRIBUTES
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Signal Word: DangerÂ
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Hazard Statements: Causes serious eye damage; harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects; contact with acids liberates toxic gas .
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Contains (allergens): d-limonene, linalool. May produce an allergic reaction .
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Precautionary Statements: Wear protective gloves and eye/face protection. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Do not use with other products. May release dangerous gases (chlorine) .
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First Aid (Eye): Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor .
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First Aid (Ingestion): Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician .
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Disposal: Dispose of contents/container to hazardous or special waste collection point in accordance with local, regional, national and/or international regulation .
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Quality Assurance: Manufactured under quality standards by major FMCG brands (Unilever, Colgate-Palmolive, Reckitt Benckiser, Henkel).
1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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Eye hazard: Scouring powder causes serious eye damage. Wear protective goggles or face shield when handling .
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Do not mix with other products: Contact with acids liberates toxic chlorine gas. Never mix scouring powder with bleach, acids, ammonia, or other household cleaners .
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Skin protection: Wear protective gloves, especially if you have sensitive skin or prolonged contact is expected. Wash hands thoroughly after handling .
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Inhalation: Avoid inhaling dust. Use in well-ventilated areas. Fine particles may cause respiratory irritation .
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Ingestion: If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor .
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Children: Keep out of reach of children at all times .
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Surface compatibility: Test on a small, inconspicuous area before use on delicate, polished, or unfamiliar surfaces. Do not use on painted surfaces, untreated wood, polished metals, precious metals (gold, silver, copper), glass, soft plastics, or plexiglass .
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Environmental protection: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Avoid release to the environment . Dispose of in accordance with local waste disposal regulations.
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Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from moisture, acids, and incompatible substances. Keep container tightly closed. Do not store near food or drink.
2. FIRST AID MEASURES
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Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor .
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Ingestion: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Do not induce vomiting. Have product container or label at hand .
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Skin Contact: Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing. If irritation persists, seek medical advice.
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Inhalation: Move person to fresh air. If breathing difficulties persist, seek medical attention.
3. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
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Flammability: Scouring powder is non-flammable. However, during a fire, irritating and toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition.
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Extinguishing Media: Use agent most appropriate to extinguish surrounding fire. Water spray, foam, dry chemical powder, or carbon dioxide (COâ‚‚).
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Fire Response: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full protective gear. Use water spray to cool exposed containers.
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