What is the difference between commercial dishwasher detergent and dishwashing liquid?

Friends who have used dishwashers believe that they all know that both household and commercial dishwashers are not allowed to use detergents. Do you know why they cannot be used? What is the difference between the detergents and detergents we use in daily life? Today, let SHINELONG editor give you a simple and easy-to-understand answer. Here we take commercial dishwashers as an example, which are generally not much different from household dishwashers. Differences in ingredients and formulas Detergents: Commercial dishwasher detergents are ultra-concentrated detergents specially formulated for various types of dishwashers. Their ingredients include non-ionic surfactants, high-purity active alkalis, chelating agents, polymers, and chlorine disinfectants. These ingredients are carefully formulated to adapt to the high temperature and high pressure working environment of the dishwasher to ensure that stubborn stains such as grease, tea stains, and mildew stains on tableware can be effectively removed. The foam content is low, but the strength is relatively high at high concentrations. It is not recommended for direct contact with human hands. Detergents: Detergents are mainly composed of anionic surfactants and non-ionic surfactants, and cleaning aids, foaming agents, coupling agents, dispersants, fragrances, and preservatives are added. These ingredients make dishwashing liquid have good degreasing effect and certain cleaning ability, but compared with dishwasher detergent, it has insufficient decontamination ability and large foam content, which will cause the foam residue in the dishwasher to be difficult to completely remove. Long-term residue will cause corrosion of parts in the dishwasher. At the same time, since some ingredients of dishwashing liquid can easily combine with some ingredients to form scale, dishwashing liquid is not suitable for use in dishwashers. Use effect difference detergent: Commercial dishwasher detergent has stronger decontamination ability and higher cleaning efficiency. It is specially designed for the working environment and washing method of the dishwasher. It can quickly and effectively remove various stubborn food residues under the high temperature (generally the dishwashing water temperature is about 60-70 degrees Celsius) and high-pressure water spray environment of the dishwasher. Whether it is a large amount of grease, dried food, or tightly attached starch stains, they can be well cleaned. Moreover, dishwasher detergent can ensure that every corner of the tableware can be cleaned, because the dishwasher's water spray system can spray the detergent evenly on the surface of the tableware, and the drying agent can further improve the cleaning effect, the polishing effect of the tableware, and it can also purify the residual detergent. Dishwashing liquid: Although dishwashing liquid also has a certain cleaning ability, it is far behind detergent in terms of decontamination ability. It requires repeated rubbing to remove stains. A large amount of foam is difficult to clean quickly. At the same time, it is easy to remain in the dishwasher to corrode internal metal parts and even form scale. Foam difference Commercial dishwasher detergent: Generally low foam or no foam. This is because the dishwasher cleans the tableware by circulating water spray. If a large amount of foam is generated, the foam will overflow the dishwasher, affecting the washing process and may even cause the dishwasher to malfunction. Moreover, the foam will reduce the impact of the water spray and affect the cleaning effect. At the same time, the decontamination ability of the detergent does not come from the foam. Dishwashing liquid: Usually rich foam is produced. Foam can play a certain auxiliary role in manual cleaning, such as making the user feel that the cleaning effect is better, and the foam can increase the contact time between the detergent and the stain to a certain extent, helping to dissolve oil stains. Safety and environmental protection detergent: Commercial dishwasher detergents usually meet food grade standards, which makes the tableware cleaned with detergents safer and more hygienic. However, because it contains strong alkaline agents, it is highly corrosive. If the human body comes into contact with high concentrations of dishwasher detergent, it may cause damage to the skin and eyes. Therefore, special attention should be paid to avoid contact during use and storage, and detergents and drying agents are generally directly added to the dishwasher without manual contact. Detergents: Relatively mild. However, if detergents are accidentally ingested, they may also cause certain harm to the human body, such as vomiting, diarrhea and other symptoms. But under normal use, as long as the dishes are rinsed clean, the residual detergent has little impact on human health. Applicability and economy Detergents: Commercial dishwasher detergents are specially designed for dishwashers, so they are more applicable and economical. Using detergents can extend the service life of dishwashers, reduce maintenance costs, and improve cleaning efficiency. Detergents: Although detergents can also be used to clean dishes, due to more foam and weaker decontamination ability, the amount required to clean the same dishes will be more than detergents, and it is not suitable for use in dishwashers. At the same time, more water and time are required to rinse and rinse the dishes, thereby increasing water consumption and energy consumption costs. The above is the main difference between commercial dishwasher detergent and dishwashing liquid. I believe that after reading this, you will have a clearer understanding of the difference between them. Therefore, you must pay attention to the use of dishwasher-specific detergents instead of dishwashing liquids when using dishwashers. Today's commercial equipment sharing ends here. If it is helpful to you, please follow us. Of course, if you have a need for a commercial dishwasher, you can also send us a private message.