Cleaning Chemicals & Detergents

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A kitchen that passes inspection starts with the right chemistry. Grease, biofilm and food residue build fast in a busy service, and generic household products rarely cut through at commercial volumes. Chefs Depot stocks over 280 cleaning chemicals and detergents — from dishwasher and glasswasher dosing chemicals to hand hygiene, grill cleaners and rinse aids — so your team can keep every surface, machine and hand-contact point up to standard.

Every product comes from brands your team already trusts, including StellarChem, Winterhalter, Gojo, Purell, Meiko and NAB Clean. Members save off RRP, and we ship Australia-wide so you can restock before you run out.

Cleaning Chemicals & Detergents — Common Questions

What do cleaning chemicals and detergents actually cover in a commercial kitchen?+

The category covers every chemistry your venue needs to stay clean and hygienic. That includes machine detergents and rinse aids for dishwashers and glasswashers, hand-hygiene soaps and sanitisers, degreaser and oven cleaners, grill and equipment-specific cleaning solutions, and general-purpose surface cleaners. Stocking the right product for each task protects your equipment, your team and the food you serve.

Which product types does Chefs Depot carry in this range?+

You will find dishwasher and glasswasher detergents, rinse aids, solid-pack and liquid machine chemicals, hand-wash foams and sanitising gels, grill cleaning tanks and solutions, oven and combi-oven cleaners, and multi-surface degreasers. Brands across the range include StellarChem, Winterhalter, Meiko, Gojo, Purell, Gresilva, Convotherm, NAB Clean, Rieber and Zanussi.

Should I buy liquid or solid-format detergents for my dishwasher?+

Solid-pack detergents — like the Moffat solid pack format — dissolve at a controlled rate and tend to reduce over-dosing, which can lower chemical spend per rack. Liquid and concentrated formats suit venues where a dosing pump is already plumbed in and staff prefer a quick change-out. Both deliver strong results; the better choice usually comes down to your machine type and how your team manages chemical top-ups during service.

How do I match a rinse aid to my glasswasher or dishwasher?+

Most commercial machines accept a broad range of compatible rinse aids, but some manufacturers — Winterhalter and Meiko in particular — formulate their own chemistry to work with their dosing systems. Using a matched rinse aid helps maintain sheeting action and reduces spotting on glassware. Check your machine's manual for any dosing-pump specifications, and look at the concentration level of the product to make sure it suits your water hardness.

Are grill cleaning tanks safe to use on all grill types?+

Gresilva cleaning tanks are designed for specific grill formats — the TV2, TV3, TV4, TV5 and dedicated grill tank variants each suit different plate sizes and configurations. Always confirm the tank dimensions match your grill before ordering. The chemical solutions used in these tanks are formulated for carbon and grease removal on commercial grilling surfaces, so follow the product instructions for soak times and rinsing to protect the grill finish.

How should hand-hygiene products be chosen for a food-service environment?+

Look for formulations that balance effective antimicrobial action with skin conditioning, since staff wash their hands many times per shift. Gojo and Purell both offer foam and gel formats in large refill sizes suited to high-traffic dispensers. Foam formats typically use less product per wash, which can reduce refill frequency in a busy kitchen or front-of-house area. Position dispensers at every sink and at entry points to the kitchen.

How do I store cleaning chemicals safely in a commercial kitchen?+

Keep chemicals in their original containers, clearly labelled, and stored away from food, food-contact surfaces and heat sources. Concentrated degreasers and oven cleaners should sit in a dedicated, ventilated chemical storage area. Separate oxidising and acid-based products to avoid any reaction risk. Train your team on the correct dilution ratios before use, and make sure Safety Data Sheets are accessible for every product you stock.

How often should machine detergent and rinse-aid levels be checked?+

In a busy venue, check dosing-pump reservoirs at the start of every shift. Running a dishwasher or glasswasher without detergent or rinse aid risks both hygiene compliance and equipment damage from scale build-up. Most dosing systems have a low-level indicator, but a manual check takes seconds and prevents a costly mid-service interruption. Buying in bulk packs keeps a buffer on the shelf so you are never caught short.

Can I order cleaning chemicals alongside equipment and smallwares in the same order?+

Yes. Chefs Depot carries smallwares, benchtop equipment and consumables together, so you can add chemicals to the same cart as your other kitchen supplies. We ship Australia-wide, and consolidating your order means fewer deliveries to manage. Members save off RRP across all categories, so logging in before you check out is worth doing.

What should I budget for commercial cleaning chemicals?+

Costs vary widely depending on format, concentration and pack size. Concentrated products typically cost more per unit but yield a lower cost per litre once diluted, which matters when you are running a machine through hundreds of cycles a week. Solid-pack and bulk-liquid formats often work out more economical for high-volume venues. Members save off RRP at Chefs Depot, so signing up before you restock is a straightforward way to manage your chemical spend.

Cleaning Chemicals & Detergents

Smeg Professional SWT262TAUS - Dishwasher with Thermodisinfection

Zanussi 400227 - Dishwasher w Drain Pump, Detergent Dispenser & Pressure Boiler

Rieber acs 1100 d3 - Air Cleaning System, 2 Element Mobile Cooking Module - Edge Extraction

Zanussi 502729 - Dishwasher Premium w Drain Pump, Detergent Dispenser & Atmospheric Boiler

GOJO SuproMax Hand Cleaner 5000mL (2 per case)

Dalcon WCFC-20L - Ammoniated Floor Cleaner 20L

Dalcon WCIFIHS5 - I-Fresh Instant Hand Sanitizer Gel 5L

Dalcon WCPH60-5 - Phosyl 60 5Lt (Acidic Foam Cleaner)

GOJO LTX Antibacterial Foam Hand Wash 700mL Refill (3 per case)

PURELL Antiseptic Hand Foam 700mL Refill (3 per case)

PURELL ES4 Manual Hand Sanitizer Dispenser - White

PURELL ES8 Advanced Hand Sanitizer Gentle & Free Foam 1200ml (2 per case)

PURELL ES8 Touch Free Hand Sanitizer Dispenser - Graphite

Rieber acs 1500 d3 - Air Cleaning System, 3 Element Mobile Cooking Module - Edge Extraction

StellarChem WCIGG5 - Grease Guard 5L Biodegradable Heavy Duty Wall & Floor Degreaser

StellarChem WCPROF5 - Pro Foam 5L

Washtech WCRA10 Washcare Rinse Aid - 10 L (2x5)

Dalcon WCCW-5L - Clear Wash 5L Machine Dish Wash Cleaner

GOJO Natural Orange w/ Pumice 2000mL (4 per case)

Moffat SCL01 - Solid Pack Detergent

Dalcon SDFM2 - Foam Master II 2Ltr

Dalcon WCSD5 - Sanitiser Detergent 5L

FED DH-PACK - Dishwasher Chemical Cleaning Pack (Clear Wash 2L + Rinse Aid 2L)

GOJO LTX Freshberry Foam Handwash 700mL Refill (3 per case)

GOJO NXT Spa Bath Body & Hair Shampoo (8 per case)

Hounö 106032 - CareCycle Clean Tablets, 150 pcs

Hounö 106033 - CareCycle Descale Tablets, 150 pcs

PURELL Antiseptic Hand Gel Personal Pump 60 mL (24 per case)

StellarChem WCIWO5 - Wipe Out 5L All purpose cleaner

Window Cleaner & Glass Cleaner StellarChem WCISTA5 - Streak Away 5L

ACE Filter AS-GRIPPERW - Glove Yellow Safety/Gripper

FED DH-RA5L -Rinse Aid Dishwasher Chemical 5LT

PURELL ES4 Antiseptic Hand Gel 1200ml (2 per case)

Dalcon WCLFD5 - Lemon Foam Detergent 5Lt

FED DH-CR5L - Combi Care 5LT

GOJO Supro Max Hand Cleaner Pump Bottle 1.89Lt (4 case)

NAB Clean WCB-B - 11L Window Cleaning Bucket

PURELL Advanced Hand Sanitizer Green Certified Gel 350ml (12 per case)

Washtech WCRA10L - Wash Care Rinse Aid RO 2 x 5L

GOJO Multi Green Hand Cleaner 2000mL (4 case)

PURELL ES4 Manual Hand Sanitizer Dispenser - Graphite

PURELL ES8 Professional Healthy Soap Fresh Scent Foam (2 per case)

GOJO Multi Green Hand Cleaner Gel 5000mL (2 per case)

GOJO Supro Max Hand Cleaner Pump Bottle 3.78Lt (2 per case)

OXO 48622 - Kitchen Appliance Cleaning Set

Dalcon WCT50.5 - Tough 50 5Lt (Pro CIP)

Dalcon WCLDC5 - Lemon Disinfectant 5L

GOJO ADX Citrus Ginger Foam Hand & Showerwash 700mL Refill (4 per case)

StellarChem WCIBC5 - Bathroom Cleanser Liquid 5L

PURELL ES8 Touch Free Hand Sanitizer Dispenser - White

StellarChem WCIDFC5 - Dynamic Hard Floor Cleaner Liquid 5L

GOJO TFX Mild Antibacterial Foam Handwash 1200 mL Refill (2 per case)

StellarChem iWCTG20 - Industrial Tough Grease 20L

Dalcon WCMGWC-5L - Machine Glass Wash Liquid Clear 5L

Dalcon WCSANI20-5 - Sani 20 5Lt (Non Rinse Quat)

ESG ULTRA-SL - ULTRA Air Deodorising Urinal Screens Soft Linen Fragrance (10 per case)

GI Metal AC-SB - Stainless Steel Ember Mover

GOJO Cherry Gel w/ Pumice 2000mL (4 per case)

GOJO FMX Invigorating Conditioning Liquid Shampoo & Body Wash 2000ml (2 per case)

GOJO Natural Orange w/ Pumice 5000mL (2 per case)

PURELL Antiseptic Hand Gel Pump Bottle 535 mL (4 per case)

StellarChem WCIAHW5 - AntiBacterial Liquid Hand Wash 5L

StellarChem WCIFMPS5 - I-Fresh Multipurpose Ready to Use (RTU) Sanitiser Spray 5L (>70% Alcohol)

Winterhalter F300-15L Universal Liquid Glass & Dishwashing Detergent 15L

PURELL Advanced Hand Sanitiser Gel Personal Bottle with Blue Wrap (200 per case)

PURELL ES4 Healthcare CRT Healthy Soap Fragrance Free Foam (2 per case)

StellarChem WCIFIHSP800 - Hand sanitizer I-Fresh Instant Hand Sani Gel Pouch 800ml (10/Box)

StellarChem WCIPS5 - Pro Swish 5L Heavy Duty Multi Purpose Cleaner

ACE Filter AS-GAUNTLETW - Glove Gauntlet Heavy Duty Hot Oil

Dalcon WCPROXTA5 - Proxitane Cold Water Veg Sanitaser 5L (Permax 5)

Eswood DWL59 - Dishwasher Liquid Detergent 2x5L

Eswood RA59 - Rinse Aid 2x5L

PURELL ES4 Advanced Hand Sanitizer Gentle & Free Foam 1200ml (2 per case)

StellarChem WCCS5 - Caustic Soda 5kg

StellarChem WCIMS5 - Methylated Spirits 5L

Winterhalter B200S 2X5L Liquid Glass Washing Rinse Aid

Dalcon WCLDC20 - Lemon Disinfectant 20L

GOJO SuproMax Hand Cleaner 2000mL (4 per case)

Winterhalter A100e for UF series Enzymatic Pre-Cleaner Stubborn Food Residues 10L