--- product_id: 652718723 title: "Alconox 1801 Citranox Phosphate-Free Concentrated Cleaner and Metal Brightener, 1 gallon Plastic Bottle" brand: "alconox" price: "€ 275.66" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Alconox" url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/652718723-alconox-1801-citranox-phosphate-free-concentrated-cleaner-and-metal-brightener store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # USDA authorized for trace metal analysis pH 2.5 powerful acidity Corrosion inhibited formula Alconox 1801 Citranox Phosphate-Free Concentrated Cleaner and Metal Brightener, 1 gallon Plastic Bottle **Brand:** alconox **Price:** € 275.66 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ✨ Elevate your metal cleaning game with lab-grade precision! ⚙️ ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Alconox 1801 Citranox Phosphate-Free Concentrated Cleaner and Metal Brightener, 1 gallon Plastic Bottle by alconox - **How much does it cost?** € 275.66 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/652718723-alconox-1801-citranox-phosphate-free-concentrated-cleaner-and-metal-brightener) ## Best For - alconox enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted alconox brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Precision Cleaning Power:** Removes metal oxides, scale, and salts with surgical accuracy for spotless results. - • **Corrosion-Inhibited Formula:** Protects your metals while delivering a free-rinsing, residue-free finish every time. - • **Lab-Grade & USDA Authorized:** Trusted for trace metal analysis and meets rigorous USDA standards for professional use. - • **Concentrated & Cost-Effective:** Dilute 2:100 for maximum value without compromising cleaning strength. - • **Versatile Ultrasonic & Manual Use:** Optimized for both manual scrubbing and ultrasonic cleaning to fit your workflow. ## Overview Alconox 1801 Citranox is a phosphate-free, concentrated cleaner and metal brightener in a 1-gallon bottle, designed for high-performance removal of metal oxides, scale, salts, and inorganic residues. Its corrosion-inhibited, free-rinsing formula is ideal for both manual and ultrasonic cleaning, USDA authorized for trace metal analysis, and delivers professional-grade results without damaging metal finishes. ## Description Alconox Citranox is a phosphate-free, concentrated cleaner and metal brightener, and it is packaged in a 1 gallon plastic bottle. It provides high performance removal of metal oxides, scale, salts, and inorganic residues in manual and ultrasonic cleaning. The corrosion inhibited formula is free rinsing for reliable results with no interfering residues. This cleaner is ideal for trace metal analysis. It is USDA authorized. Dilute 2:100. pH: 2.5. Volume: 1 Gallon. Per each. Alconox #: 1801. Review: Great aluminum cleaner - Works best when mixed with hot water. Exceptional results using it to clean in a high-power ultrasound cleaner with hot water. You may be disappointed if you use it with cold water as it will take longer to work. Does a great job cleaning aluminum without chemically damaging the finish. Highly reccomended. Review: Much Better Fired Brass Cartridge Cleaner - I have used the DIY Vinegar/Dawn soap recipe, then progressed to the reloader ultrasonic brass cleaners (Frankford Arsenal/Hornady/Lyman), but always had burnt on carbon remaining on the cartridge's interior base. I read good reports by other reloaders on the Internet about this product not only being a superior cleaner but as half the concentration and at about the same per quart cost. I just ran 100 brass cases with persistent burnt on carbon that could not be removed after three cycles of the other ultrasonic cleaners. One cycle with Alconox and the difference was noticable, after two cycles 90% of the brass that couldn't be cleaned where totally cleaned...the other 10% only had very minor carbon fouling remaining. Great product and at a long term cost savings. ## Features - 1gal - Provides high performance removal of metal oxides, scale, salts, and inorganic residues - Used in manual and ultrasonic cleaning - Corrosion inhibited formula; free rinsing for reliable results with no interfering residues - Ideal for trace metal analysis; USDA authorized ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B003FZAR1E | | Best Sellers Rank | #75,494 in Industrial & Scientific ( See Top 100 in Industrial & Scientific ) #4 in Science Lab Detergents | | Brand | Alconox | | Brand Name | Alconox | | Contains Liquid Contents? | Yes | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 37 Reviews | | Item Form | Liquid | | Item Volume | 1 Gallons | | Item Weight | 9 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Alconox | | Material Feature | Unscented | | Material Features | Unscented | | Model Number | C5340-1 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Part Number | 1801 | | Scent | Unscented | | Size | 128 Fl Oz (Pack of 1) | | Special Features | Concentrated | | Specific Uses For Product | Laboratory | | Surface Recommendation | Metal,Plastic | | Unit Count | 128.0 Fluid Ounces | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Alconox - **Item Form:** Liquid - **Item Volume:** 1 Gallons - **Material Feature:** Organic, Concentrated - **Specific Uses For Product:** Bottle ## Images ![Alconox 1801 Citranox Phosphate-Free Concentrated Cleaner and Metal Brightener, 1 gallon Plastic Bottle - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51169mdYD1L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: whats better the phosphate-free or standard versions for rifle brass?** A: Hi Maricar, The standard version has worked best for me. Don't use to much and rinse well with warm water.With Best Regards,Bob Pastor **Q: Can this be used to clean copper?** A: I use it to clean copper, works very well. Will remove any patina so using on antique copper items may not be the way to go. **Q: Anyone try this on gun parts? bcg's, pistol parts, etc? safe for various finishes? I was thinking of trying with a little dawn in my Ultrasonic...** A: Do not use it for gun parts. It will strip the bluing. I don't know about cerokote or duracoat though. But I still use it for cleaning brass for reloading. For gun parts I found Simple Green or Castro Super Clean solutions works great. Just be sure to do a complete rinse and air dry with compress air. Then re-lube with your favorite gun oil. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great aluminum cleaner *by A***R on January 18, 2017* Works best when mixed with hot water. Exceptional results using it to clean in a high-power ultrasound cleaner with hot water. You may be disappointed if you use it with cold water as it will take longer to work. Does a great job cleaning aluminum without chemically damaging the finish. Highly reccomended. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Much Better Fired Brass Cartridge Cleaner *by G***- on January 11, 2019* I have used the DIY Vinegar/Dawn soap recipe, then progressed to the reloader ultrasonic brass cleaners (Frankford Arsenal/Hornady/Lyman), but always had burnt on carbon remaining on the cartridge's interior base. I read good reports by other reloaders on the Internet about this product not only being a superior cleaner but as half the concentration and at about the same per quart cost. I just ran 100 brass cases with persistent burnt on carbon that could not be removed after three cycles of the other ultrasonic cleaners. One cycle with Alconox and the difference was noticable, after two cycles 90% of the brass that couldn't be cleaned where totally cleaned...the other 10% only had very minor carbon fouling remaining. Great product and at a long term cost savings. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Magic Bullet *by T***6 on February 24, 2013* Ok only used the product once, but it cleaned my brass. I process a lot of rifle cases at one time and this product seems to clean everything inn my ultra sonic cleaner. Rifle brass is easy to clean on the out side with regular cleaners but the primer pockets always seem to never get fully clean. I used a 50:1 on one batch and cleaned them well with minimal tarnish. I cleaned the first batch at 1:1 and it cleaned everything and caused discoloring in the brass and turned some pink. I am working on the next batch as I type that is more of a correct ration some were at 75:1 The brass is clean and primer pockets are clean. Even with the diluted Citranox the brass has clean shine, note the brass is still yellow without any pink or other discoloration. Other note it is a liter yellow finish than new brass, new brass has a nice yellow shine after cleaning with citranox the brass is yellow but a lot liter of a yellow. So not sure if or what affects that has on the brass or the life of the brass. But if you must have clean brass and use an ultra sonic cleaner this will do the job. ## Frequently Bought Together - Alconox 1801 Citranox Phosphate-Free Concentrated Cleaner and Metal Brightener, 1 gallon Plastic Bottle - Record Doctor Clean Sweep LP Vinyl Cleaning Brush - Alconox - 1232-1 1232 Liquinox Anionic Critical Cleaning Liquid Detergent, 1 quart Bottle --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/652718723-alconox-1801-citranox-phosphate-free-concentrated-cleaner-and-metal-brightener](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/652718723-alconox-1801-citranox-phosphate-free-concentrated-cleaner-and-metal-brightener) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-08-14*