ChemSan 2.5L is the largest bottle of this no-rinse acid sanitiser, making 1,250 litres of solution - built for very active home brewers, small breweries and brewing clubs.
Key features
- Phosphoric acid-based, self-foaming sanitiser from Chemisphere
- No rinse needed at 2ml per litre - just drain, and leftover foam is harmless
- Kills bacteria and wild yeast in at least 2 minutes of contact
- Use by spray, wipe or soak on fermenters, bottles, syphons and kegs
Specs
- Size: 2.5 litre concentrate
- Dilution: 2ml per litre
- Makes: 1,250 litres of solution
How to use: clean first, then dilute, apply for at least 2 minutes and drain - the How to Use box below has the full steps.
Corrosive concentrate: wear gloves and eye protection, never mix with chlorine cleaners, and don't use on soft metals.
Who it's for
Anyone who brews in volume or shares supplies with a club. Clean with Chemclean or VWP Cleaner (which needs rinsing) before you sanitise. Smaller bottles are in the ChemSan size range.
Dose
10ml per 5L
2ml per litre (0.2%)
Contact
2+ minutes
no rinse
Bottle makes
1,250 litres
Used for: No-rinse, self-foaming acid sanitiser - kills bacteria and wild yeast on clean equipment.
When: Just before use, on equipment that's already been cleaned and rinsed.
Step by step
1Dilute 10ml per 5 litres of water (0.2%, 2ml per litre).
2Wet every surface - spray, wipe or soak.
3Leave at least 2 minutes, keeping surfaces wet.
4Drain well. Don't rinse - a little foam is fine.
Good to know: Corrosive - wear gloves and eye protection. Never mix with chlorine cleaners (chlorine gas). Not for soft metals. Stronger than 0.2% needs a rinse. Keep a made-up solution at pH 3 or below (check with pH papers).
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to rinse ChemSan?
No - it's a no-rinse sanitiser at 2ml per litre. Drain well; any foam left is harmless.
How much ChemSan per litre?
2ml per litre - 10ml in 5 litres. Stronger than that needs a rinse.
How long does it take to work?
Keep surfaces wet for at least 2 minutes.
Is ChemSan the same as Star San?
It's the UK-made equivalent - the same type of phosphoric acid, self-foaming, no-rinse sanitiser.
Can I use it on everything?
Most homebrew equipment, yes - but not soft metals, and never mix it with chlorine cleaners.