Alconox Instrument Detergents

When residual soils, protein, and biofilm cling to surgical instruments, ordinary soap doesn't cut it — and neither does anything that leaves its own residue behind. Alconox detergents are formulated for exactly this problem: critical cleaning that rinses freely and completely, so instruments come out ready for sterilization without interfering film. Sterile processing departments, dental practices, laboratories, and research facilities have relied on the Alconox name for decades because the results are consistent and the residues are gone.

The workhorse of this collection is Alconox Powder Concentrate Instrument Detergent (1104), a 4 lb. carton of unscented, biodegradable powder that dissolves quickly and works in manual soak, ultrasonic, and immersion cleaning. A little goes a long way — concentrate means you dilute to the strength your protocol calls for, which keeps cost-per-use low for high-volume departments. For teams that prefer pouring over scooping, the Alconox Liquinox Instrument Detergent (1201) delivers the same free-rinsing, anionic cleaning power in a 1-gallon liquid concentrate jug, ideal for ultrasonic baths and situations where quick, complete dilution matters.

Both are unscented, phosphate-conscious formulations designed to leave no interfering residue on glass, metal, ceramic, plastic, and rubber — a key reason they're trusted where trace contamination would compromise test results or patient safety. Because they're concentrated, buyers should follow the recommended dilution ratios for their application rather than using them full-strength; this is what makes them economical and keeps rinsing thorough.

Choosing between powder and liquid usually comes down to workflow: powder stores compactly and travels well, while the Liquinox liquid measures fast for busy ultrasonic cleaning lines. Explore the full range of Alconox detergents to match the right concentrate to your cleaning process, or browse more Honest Medical supplies to round out your sterile processing station.