Citric Acid  – Natural Cleaning Ingredient NZ

Citric acid is a powerful natural cleaning ingredient used for descaling, removing soap scum, and boosting laundry performance.

Commonly used in DIY cleaning products, citric acid is ideal for:
• laundry powders
• dishwashing powders
• spray cleaners
• bathroom descaling

Available as a 1kg bag from Zero Refill in Waihi, New Zealand.

DIY Dirt-Busting! 🌿

Everyone’s got the baking basics down — but did you know citric acid is one of the most powerful natural cleaning ingredients you can have on hand?

Add it to your laundry for an extra boost against stubborn stains, or use it in your DIY cleaning recipes for a serious sparkle factor.

Usually sourced from citrus fruits, this simple ingredient packs an unexpected punch!

Uses for Citric Acid

• Descaling kettles and coffee machines
• Dishwasher cleaning
• Toilet and bathroom cleaning
• DIY cleaning recipes
• Hard water mark removal

It’s the ultimate cleaning sidekick.

Do you know it's easy to make your own basic cleaning products?

Create your own low-tox, eco-friendly cleaning products at home.

Our formula book helps you mix, match, and save — with results that actually work.

The Techy Bit

≥ 98% (w/w) Citric Acid
CAS 77-92-9

Packaging & Recycling

Packaged in a reusable zip-lock bag to protect from moisture (no added anti-caking chemicals).

We recommend transferring to an airtight container on arrival.

The bag can be reused or recycled via soft plastic recycling.

This is a bulk item and ships using capped freight rates.
Bulk items are not eligible for free shipping.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use citric acid for cleaning?
Yes — citric acid is widely used for descaling, stain removal, and DIY cleaning products.

Is this food grade?
Our ingredients are sourced to food-grade standard for purity, however they are not sold as food products and are not intended for consumption.