Urnex Dezcal Descaling Powder 900 g

Urnex Dezcal Descaling Powder 900 g – effective descaling of coffee equipment

Urnex Dezcal Descaling Powder 900 g is developed for the effective removal of limescale and mineral deposits in professional coffee and espresso equipment.

When water is heated repeatedly, minerals from the water can deposit as limescale in components such as heating elements, boilers, and water-carrying parts. Over time, these accumulations can affect water flow, temperature stability, and the equipment's performance.

Dezcal dissolves in hot water to form a descaling solution that helps break down these mineral deposits.

The 900 g container is particularly suitable for cafés, businesses, and other users who require regular descaling and prefer a larger, economical packaging.

See also our other coffee equipment and maintenance products.

Why should a coffee machine be descaled?

Limescale does not come from the coffee – it comes from the water.

When mineral-rich water is heated, mineral deposits can gradually settle on the machine's heating elements and in the parts where water flows through the machine.

Urnex highlights that limescale accumulation can, among other things:

• affect the machine's water flow
• affect the boiler and heating element
• make it more difficult to reach the correct brewing temperature
• reduce the machine's performance
• in severe cases, contribute to operational issues

Regular descaling is therefore an important part of coffee equipment maintenance, whenever the machine manufacturer prescribes descaling.

If you need a new coffee maker, you can also see our selection of coffee machines.

Dezcal removes limescale – Cafiza removes coffee oils

Descaling and cleaning are not the same thing.

Urnex Dezcal is designed to remove limescale and mineral deposits from water-carrying and heated parts of coffee equipment.

Urnex Cafiza, on the other hand, is designed to remove coffee residue and coffee oils from parts such as the brew head, valves, filters, and portafilter.

On an espresso machine, there may therefore be a need for both types of maintenance, depending on the machine's design and the manufacturer's recommendations.

If you need to remove coffee oils and coffee residue, you can see Urnex Cafiza 2 cleaning powder 900 g.

How to dose Urnex Dezcal Powder

Urnex specifies the following mixing ratio for Dezcal Powder 900 g:

200 g Dezcal to 3.9 liters of hot water.

Add the powder to the hot water and stir until dissolved.

The specific descaling procedure depends on the equipment being descaled.

Always follow the coffee machine or equipment manufacturer's descaling instructions, as the procedure, contact time, and rinsing may vary between different machines and designs.

After descaling, the equipment must be rinsed thoroughly with clean water in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

For boilers, heating elements, and professional coffee equipment

Urnex designates the 900 g version of Dezcal Powder for commercial coffee equipment.

The descaling agent can be used for relevant:

• coffee and espresso machines
• boilers
• heating elements
• hot water tanks
• taps
• spray heads

It is important to check the manufacturer's maintenance guide before using a descaling agent on a specific machine.

Some coffee machines have specific descaling programs, dosage requirements, or materials that require specific products.

Odorless descaling without vinegar

A classic home remedy for descaling is vinegar, but it is not necessarily the best solution for coffee equipment.

Urnex has developed Dezcal as a dedicated descaling agent for coffee equipment.

The formula is odorless, meaning you avoid the characteristic smell of vinegar that can otherwise be difficult to rinse completely out of a coffee machine.

Urnex emphasizes that vinegar can be more difficult to rinse out and can leave behind both smell and aftertaste.

For coffee equipment, it makes sense to choose a product specifically developed for the purpose.

Biodegradable and phosphate-free formula

Urnex describes Dezcal Powder as being made with biodegradable, odorless, and phosphate-free ingredients.

The product's function is to dissolve mineral and limescale deposits so they can subsequently be rinsed out of the equipment with clean water.

Dezcal is a concentrated cleaning product and must always be used according to the instructions on the packaging and the machine's maintenance guide.

Powder or liquid descaling agent?

Dezcal is available as both powder and liquid descaler.

Choose Dezcal Powder 900 g if you:

• descale regularly
• want a large and economical package
• work professionally with coffee equipment
• prefer to mix the descaling solution yourself as needed

Choose liquid Dezcal if you prefer a descaling agent already in liquid form.

You can see Urnex Liquid Dezcal 1 L if you prefer the liquid variant.

Specifications – Urnex Dezcal Descaling Powder 900 g

• Manufacturer: Urnex
• Product: Dezcal Powder
• Product type: Descaling powder
• Contents: 900 g
• Product code: 15-DZP-UX900
• Application: Descaling of professional coffee equipment
• Dosage: 200 g to 3.9 liters of hot water
• Form: Powder
• Odor: Odorless
• Phosphate-free: Yes
• Biodegradable ingredients: Yes
• Areas of application: E.g., boilers, heating elements, hot water tanks, taps, and spray heads

How often should a coffee machine be descaled?

There is no single correct descaling interval that applies to all coffee machines.

The need depends on, among other things:

• water hardness
• how much the machine is used
• whether the water is filtered
• the machine's design
• the manufacturer's maintenance program

Therefore, always follow the machine manufacturer's recommended interval rather than descaling based on a general calendar rule.

In areas with hard water, limescale deposits can build up faster than with soft or properly filtered water.

Is Urnex Dezcal the same as regular cleaning powder?

No.

Dezcal is a descaling agent developed for mineral and limescale deposits.

Cleaning products like Cafiza have a different function and are used to remove coffee oils and organic coffee residue.

If your espresso machine has both limescale in water-carrying parts and coffee oils around the brew group, the two issues may require different cleaning products.

Can Urnex Dezcal be used for espresso machines?

Dezcal is developed for coffee and espresso equipment, but the specific application depends on the machine.

Always check the manufacturer's manual before descaling an espresso machine. Some manufacturers prescribe specific descaling agents or procedures, and certain types of machines should be serviced rather than descaled by the user.

Can Dezcal be used for heating elements and boilers?

Yes.

Urnex specifically designates Dezcal Powder for quick and effective descaling of boilers and heating elements.

The product can also be used for relevant hot water tanks, taps, and spray heads.

Is Urnex Dezcal 900 g intended for home use?

Urnex specifically categorizes Dezcal Powder 900 g as a product for professional coffee equipment.

The large packaging is therefore particularly relevant for cafés, businesses, and other places where coffee equipment is descaled regularly.

For a home machine, you should always check the machine manufacturer's requirements and recommendations before use.

Safe use of Urnex Dezcal

Dezcal is a concentrated descaling agent and must be handled according to the information on the packaging.

Avoid contact with eyes, and use the product in accordance with the manufacturer's safety and dosage instructions. The equipment must be rinsed thoroughly with clean water after descaling.

Keep the product out of reach of children.

Urnex Dezcal 900 g – professional solution for regular descaling

Limescale deposits are a natural consequence of heating mineral-rich water, but they should not be allowed to build up uncontrollably in coffee equipment.

With Urnex Dezcal Descaling Powder 900 g, you get a concentrated solution developed specifically for descaling professional coffee equipment.

The large 900 g container, the powder form, and the ability to mix the descaling solution as needed make Dezcal particularly suitable for places where coffee equipment is maintained regularly.

If you instead need to remove coffee oils and coffee residue, you can choose Urnex Cafiza 2 cleaning powder, or explore our total selection of coffee equipment.