Cleanan 24-Pack tablets offer a year-long supply of maintenance for a standard kitchen disposal. They are designed to expand into a high-volume foam that coats the grinding chamber and the splash guard. This is especially helpful for reaching the areas of the disposal that stay dry during normal use but still accumulate food splatter and odors.
Specifications indicate that the tablets use natural ingredients like lemon essential oils and citric acid. The tablets are approximately 20-25 grams each, which provides enough mass to generate a significant amount of foam. Like other effervescent cleaners, these are septic-safe and non-corrosive to cast iron or PVC piping, making them a safe choice for older homes.
Tests show that using hot water (around 120°F) is essential to catalyze the reaction properly. Users should run a very small trickle of water to ensure the foam doesn't get washed down the P-trap too quickly. Keeping the bag tightly sealed is important, as the tablets can self-activate if they absorb moisture from the air under the sink.
If you prefer a liquid-based freshener that doesn't require a foaming reaction, the Plink 40-treatment set offers a different approach to odor control.
You can find more solutions for keeping your disposal unit clean and functional by visiting our garbage disposal cleaners page.
