Urnex Biocaf Coffee Equipment Cleaning Tablets – 120 Count
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| Management number | 253523775 | Release Date | 2026/10/24 | List Price | CA$8.00 | Model Number | 253523775 | ||
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The Eco-Friendly Espresso Cleaning Tablet — Natural, Biodegradable & NSF-Certified
Biocaf is Urnex's plant-based, environmentally conscious cleaning line and these tablets deliver the same professional cleaning performance you expect from Urnex, with a formulation thoughtfully designed to minimize environmental impact. Made from all-natural, organic, biodegradable, and phosphate-free ingredients, Biocaf cleaning tablets eliminate coffee oils and residue from espresso machine group heads, valves, and lines in both superautomatic and traditional machines. Each pre-measured 1.3g tablet makes dosing effortless, and the 120-count jar provides a long-lasting supply for home baristas and low-to-mid-volume cafés alike.
Features:
- All-Natural, Biodegradable Formula — Made from plant and mineral-based ingredients found in nature; free of harmful chemicals and safe to return to the environment
- Phosphate-Free — Gentle on plumbing systems and better for waterways compared to conventional cleaning agents
- NSF-Certified — Meets rigorous safety and performance standards for food service equipment cleaning
- Eliminates Coffee Oils & Residue — Effectively clears buildup from espresso machine group heads, valves, and lines to maintain consistent extraction and protect flavor
- Keeps Screens & Filters Clear — Removes the oils and grounds that restrict water flow and lead to uneven, bitter-tasting espresso
- Works on Superautomatic & Traditional Espresso Machines — Drop into the delivery chamber of a superautomatic or use for standard backflush routines on traditional machines
- Removes Coffee Stains from Batch Brewer Equipment — Also effective on drip brewer filter baskets, servers, airpots, and urns
- Dual-Use: Backflush & Soak — Use as a backflush tablet or dissolve in water to create a soaking solution for portafilters, baskets, and other removable parts
- Pre-Measured Tablet Format — Each tablet weighs 1.3g and measures 16mm in diameter for precise, mess-free dosing
- 120 Tablets Per Jar — A generous supply well-suited to home espresso setups and low-to-mid-volume café environments
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How to Use:
For Traditional Espresso Machines (Backflush Method):
- Prep — Insert a blind filter in the portafilter and add 1 Biocaf tablet.
- First Cycle — Insert the portafilter into the group head. Activate the brew cycle for 10 seconds, then stop for 10 seconds. Repeat 5 times.
- Rinse Portafilter — Remove the portafilter and rinse it under the stream of water from the group head.
- Second Cycle — Re-insert the portafilter without any cleaner. Activate the brew cycle for 10 seconds, stop for 10 seconds. Repeat 5 times.
- Final Check — Pull and discard one shot of espresso to confirm no cleaner residue remains before serving.
For Superautomatic Espresso Machines: Follow your machine manufacturer's cleaning cycle instructions, placing the tablet in the designated cleaning tablet or pre-ground chamber as directed.
For Soaking Parts: Dissolve one or more tablets in warm water to create a cleaning solution for soaking portafilters, filter baskets, shower screens, and other removable accessories.
For Batch Brewers, Airpots & Urns: Place one tablet in the brew basket and run a hot water brew cycle into the vessel. Allow to soak, brush if needed, then drain and rinse thoroughly.
Specifications:
- Form: Tablet
- Count: 120 tablets per jar
- Tablet Weight: 1.3g per tablet
- Tablet Diameter: 16mm
- Certifications: NSF-Certified
- Formula: All-natural, organic, biodegradable, phosphate-free
- Compatible Equipment: Superautomatic espresso machines, traditional espresso machines, batch brewers, airpots, urns
- Application: Daily backflush, group head cleaning, parts soaking, brewer cleaning
- Origin: Made in USA
FAQ:
What makes Biocaf different from other Urnex cleaning tablets? Biocaf is Urnex's eco-focused line, formulated exclusively from all-natural, plant and mineral-based ingredients that are biodegradable and phosphate-free. It delivers the same effective cleaning as traditional espresso detergents while being gentler on the environment, your plumbing, and your equipment.
What machines can I use Biocaf tablets with? Biocaf tablets are compatible with both superautomatic and traditional espresso machines. They can also be used to clean batch brewers, airpots, coffee urns, and other coffee brewing and serving equipment.
Can these tablets be used for soaking parts? Yes. Dissolve one or more tablets in warm water to create a soaking solution for portafilters, filter baskets, shower screens, and other removable parts and accessories.
How often should I use Biocaf cleaning tablets? For traditional espresso machines, daily backflushing is recommended as part of your standard end-of-day routine. For superautomatics, follow your machine manufacturer's cleaning schedule — typically daily or weekly depending on volume.
Are Biocaf tablets safe for my espresso machine? Yes. Biocaf tablets are NSF-certified and made from ingredients that are safe for food-contact surfaces and espresso equipment when used as directed. Always follow your machine manufacturer's maintenance guidelines.
How much does each tablet weigh and what size are they? Each Biocaf tablet weighs 1.3g and measures 16mm in diameter — the same size as standard espresso backflush tablets — making them a direct drop-in replacement for any cleaning routine that calls for a 1.3g tablet.
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