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Made from pure Australian raw ingredients blended by hand using certified organic eucalyptus oil which is renowned for its antibacterial, antifungal and disinfecting properties this Concentrated Eucalyptus Dishwasher Powder will leave your dishes sparkling and dishwasher smelling clean and fresh.

100% biodegradable containing no fillers (which can cause stale smells) or synthetic dyes, fragrances or petrochemical derived surfactants it's also suitable for bio and greywater systems as well as both modern sewage treatment and traditional septic systems.Lil’Bit continues to fight the war on waste and chooses NOT to include a scoop within this pouch - use an existing scoop from another product or a standard measuring tablespoon.

Each 1kg bag providing 50 loads at teeny 33c each!

Directions:
Place 1 Tablespoon (or 20g/ml) of powder into your dishwasher’s detergent compartment and choose a cycle as normal. For extra large loads we recommend adding 1 scoop to the bottom of the machine.

The pouch is the same I use for the Rosalina Toilet Cleaning tablets and is 100% home compostable with labels made from recycled paper and printed in soy based ink.

Concentrated Eucalyptus Dishwasher Powder 1kg

$16.95

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For those of you who live in areas of hard water you may find your glasses often come out of a cycle with a milky, film-like residue - these are minerals like calcium and magnesium and you may need an extra rinse aid or simply to add white vinegar to the rinse aid compartment to help tackle the issue. This is not caused by the product and is common among all eco brands.

Many bigger, commercial brands, even the eco ones, have pretty powerful rinse aids and/or other chemicals that deal with the excess minerals etc from the water preventing the cloudiness.

Deep cleaning your dishwasher (sounds funny I know) can also help as the same minerals build up in the pipes and hoses and find their way into the main area. Clean it by adding 2C of white vinegar in a bowl on the bottom rack of the dishwasher and run a normal hot cycle and wait for the heating/drying to finish.

Then sprinkle 1C of bicarb at the bottom of the washer and run another hot cycle - this seems wasteful but only needs doing every 6 months. This can help clear the hoses, pipes etc.

Here are some extra tips and tricks:
https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/why-are-my-glasses-going-cloudy-in-the-dishwasher
Package will take up to 360 days to break down into fertilizer, water and carbon dioxide in household compost comprised of household and kitchen waste.

PLA (not to be confused with PVA) is a polyester (a polymer containing the ester group) made with lactic acid and lactide.

Lactic acid can be produced by the bacterial fermentation of carbohydrates under controlled conditions. In this case, the carbohydrate source is corn starch but can be cassava roots or sugarcane — making the process sustainable and renewable on an industrial scale.

In addition to using the agricultural produce itself, crop residue like stems, straw, husks and leaves can be processed and used as alternative carbohydrate sources. This means we can make use of agricultural by-products that are left behind after harvesting that would have otherwise been thrown away. Residue that cannot be fermented can be used as a heat source, which can ultimately lessen the use of fossil fuel.

Our PLA is certified home compostable to Australian Standard AS 5810-2010 (biodegradable plastics suitable for home composting).
I often get asked about the suitability for Lil'Bit with septic systems and the answer is all Lil'Bit products are septic, bio and grey water safe.

Products containing harsh chemicals kill these beneficial bacteria leading to septic system meltdowns. Here are some key things to look for and avoid when shopping for septic safe products:

Plant-based: Ingredients derived from plants (coconut fo example). These are easier for the bacteria in your septic system to break down.

Enzymes: Some products will contain enzymes or cultures that can help to break down waste.

Biodegradable: Generally a good option for septic systems. They can be broken down by the bacteria and won’t contribute to build-up in your tank.

Sodium Bicarbonate: THE BEST for your septic and should be part of your regular septic tank maintenance, and its unique properties can keep the lines clear, improve the performance of the entire system and prevent harmful backups and unpleasant odors.

Cleaning your toilet with bicarb (i.e Lil'Bit Loo Tabs - wink) can protect your septic system from damage and keep it running like new. By adding baking soda into your septic system, you raise the pH to a neutral condition which makes the bacteria grow faster and digest more of the waste!

Ingredients to Avoid

Bleach and other harsh chemicals: Great at killing germs but can also kill the good bacteria in your system that break down waste.

Non-biodegradable: Ingredients, particularly in personal care products like wipes or certain toilet paper, are not biodegradable and can clog your system.

NOTE: The following products can be found in many 'eco' brands so look out!

Quaternary Ammonium Compounds (Quats): Found in many disinfectants and sanitisers and are harmful to septic systems as they are antibacterial agents.

Anti-bacterial soaps and detergents: Similar to bleach, these products can kill the helpful bacteria.

PEG (Polyethylene glycols - antifreeze!): Contains ethylene glycol, which can cause corrosion in the septic tank and is also toxic to bacteria.

Phosphates: These can encourage algae growth in local waterways when the treated wastewater is released, which can harm aquatic life.

Concentrated Eucalyptus Dishwasher Powder 1kg

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Septic & Greywater Safe

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