Citri Brite Aluminum Brightener

Aluminum Cleaner & Brightener | Citri-Brite™ 204 Series

Polished Aluminum Safe Cleaner. Citri-Brite™ 204 is a revolutionary citric acid-based aluminum cleaner and brightener designed for operators concerned with worker safety, equipment corrosion, and fluoride discharge issues. It cleans and brightens aluminum while eliminating the toxic concerns associated with hydrofluoric acid — Citri-Brite directly replaces existing HF-based brighteners at a competitive price. It also performs excellently as the first step in two-step wash systems.

Key Features

• HF free — eliminates hydrofluoric acid safety and discharge concerns
• Citric acid-based formula
• Cleans and brightens aluminum
• Safer than traditional aluminum brighteners
• Fast and easy rinsing
• Biodegradable
• Excellent as the first step in two-step wash systems
• Competitive pricing vs. HF-based brighteners

Applications

• Polished aluminum
• Two-step applications
• Removing road film & aluminum oxide
• Aluminum wheels and trim
• Fleet and equipment brightening

Why Choose Citri-Brite™ 204

• Worker Safety: Contains no hydrofluoric acid, removing one of the most serious toxicity hazards in aluminum brightening.
• Discharge Friendly: Eliminates fluoride-related wastewater discharge concerns tied to HF-based brighteners.
• Drop-In Replacement: Directly replaces existing HF-based brighteners at a competitive price without sacrificing performance.
• Effective Cleaning: Citric acid base cuts road film and aluminum oxide while brightening the surface.
• Versatile Use: Works as a standalone cleaner or as the first step in two-step wash systems.
• Environmentally Responsible: Biodegradable formula with fast, easy rinsing.
• Proven Performance: Developed through KO's R&D and field testing for consistent, reliable results.

Specifications

• Physical Form: Liquid
• Color: Green
• Fragrance: None
• pH (1% dilution): 2.0 – 3.0
• DOT Classification: Corrosive
• Suggested Dilution: 10:1 up to 30:1

Quality & Compliance

• Manufactured by KO Manufacturing, Inc. — 2720 E Division St, Springfield, MO 65803 | 800-777-7627 | www.komfg.com
• Developed through KO's R&D and field testing, with continual lab testing for performance, effectiveness, and affordability before market release
• HF free and biodegradable for improved worker safety and reduced environmental impact
• Classified as Corrosive (DOT Class 8) — Signal Word: DANGER. This is a corrosive acid concentrate. Wear appropriate chemical-resistant PPE and review the SDS in full before handling.
• Refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for complete hazard, handling, storage, and first-aid information

Safety Data Sheet

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