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LEXX
May 7, 2026
2 min read

LEXX® General Multi-Purpose Cleaner Now Available — One Bottle, Every Surface

ProNatural Brands launches LEXX General Multi-Purpose Cleaner — a ready-to-use, citric-acid based spray formulated entirely from food-additive ingredients. Now available in a 32 oz quart on Amazon.

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LEXX
April 22, 2026
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LEXX® Food Contact Surface Sanitizer & Cleaner Now Available in Quart Size — Dual NSF A1, D2 Listed

The LEXX Food Contact Surface Sanitizer & Cleaner is now available in a 32 oz quart spray bottle on Amazon. The product carries dual NSF Category A1 and D2 listings — covering both general cleaning and sanitizing of previously cleaned non-food-contact surfaces.

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LEXX
March 24, 2026
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LEXX® Fruit & Vegetable Wash Now Available on Amazon

ProNatural Brands launches LEXX Fruit & Vegetable Wash, a ready-to-use produce cleaner made with 100% natural ingredients. Now available in a 32 oz spray bottle.

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Spring Cleaning
March 15, 2026
3 min read

Spring Cleaning Without the Harsh Chemicals: A Room-by-Room Checklist

A practical spring cleaning checklist that covers every room in your home or facility, using non-toxic, citric acid-based products instead of bleach and harsh chemicals.

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QUATS
January 8, 2026
3 min read

Why More Facilities Are Moving Away from QUATS-Based Disinfectants

A growing number of commercial facilities are reconsidering QUATS-based disinfectants. Here is what is driving the shift and what the alternatives look like.

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Citric Acid
August 28, 2023
3 min read

How to Prevent Pathogens from Climbing Out of Drains

A 2017 study found pathogens in sink drains can climb up at 2.5 cm per day and spread to other sinks. Citric acid-based solutions can help keep drains clean and safe.

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Medical Facilities
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Citric Acid
August 23, 2023
2 min read

How to Easily Remove Common Carpet Stains

Skip the expensive carpet spotting kits. A citric acid-based RTU spray can remove common carpet stains with a simple blot, mist, dry, and vacuum process.

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Citric Acid
August 16, 2023
3 min read

Where Not to Use Citric Acid-Based Cleaning Solutions

Citric acid cleaners work on most surfaces, but should be avoided on marble, copper, some upholstery, wood floors, and electronic screens.

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Home & Office
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Citric Acid
August 10, 2023
2 min read

Quick Tip: Money Laundering with Citric Acid-Based Cleaning Solutions

Since 1938, the Hotel St. Francis in San Francisco has washed coins nightly. Today, citric acid-based cleaning products offer a simpler and safer way to clean coins.

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Citric Acid
August 6, 2023
3 min read

Learning More About Citric Acid-Based Cleaning Solutions

Citric acid-based cleaning solutions are making inroads into professional cleaning. An interview with ProNatural Brands covers their history, safety, and effectiveness.

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Citric Acid
August 6, 2023
4 min read

Here’s a Little Secret: It Was Facility Managers that Advanced Green Cleaning

Facility managers drove the adoption of green cleaning, and now they are pushing the industry toward sustainability-focused operations and renewable cleaning products.

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Citric Acid
August 3, 2023
4 min read

Can You Use Citric Acid for Cleaning Wheelchairs?

Yes, citric acid can clean wheelchairs. But if more than one person uses it, the wheelchair should be disinfected, not just sanitized. Here are tips from our engineers.

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Schools and Universities
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Citric Acid
July 26, 2023
1 min read

ProNatural Brand’s Tip of The Week: Using Citric Acid to Clean and Disinfect Patient Chairs in Medical Office

Since the pandemic, protocols for cleaning and disinfecting patient chairs have increased. Here is how to use citric-acid-based disinfectants most effectively.

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Home & Office
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Citric Acid
July 19, 2023
2 min read

ProNatural Brands Tip of the Week: Making Stainless Steel Shine

One of the easiest and little-known ways to clean stainless steel is with citric-acid-based cleaning solutions. Here is a step-by-step guide.

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Citric Acid
July 18, 2023
4 min read

Six Ways to Keep Commercial Kitchens Clean

Behind the scenes in restaurant kitchens, proper cleaning is often lost in the chaos. Six practical tips for keeping busy commercial kitchens clean and safe.

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Home & Office
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Citric Acid
July 6, 2023
4 min read

Coffee Shop Cleaning for Cleaning Contractor

Coffee shop cleaning is a business opportunity for contractors. Shops that hire cleaners often hire one vendor for many locations, making it a lucrative niche.

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Home & Office
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Citric Acid
July 2, 2023
2 min read

Happy – Healthy – July 4th Weekend, Everyone!

Ten tips from ProNatural Brands for a safe and healthy July 4th weekend, from cleaning surfaces and washing produce to staying hydrated.

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Home & Office
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LEXX® Disinfectant & Cleaner
June 12, 2023
1 min read

VIDEO: How Cleaning for Health Applies to Coffee Shop

Watch our comprehensive video guide on how cleaning for health principles apply specifically to coffee shop environments, featuring effective cleaning solutions.

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Citric Acid
June 9, 2023
1 min read

Amazon.com Announcement

ProNatural Brands is now selling its citric-acid-based cleaning solutions directly to consumers on Amazon.com, including LEXX Disinfectant, Sanitizer, and Fruit & Vegetable Wash.

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Home & Office
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LEXX® Disinfectant & Cleaner
June 7, 2023
3 min read

Is Washing Produce Under Running Water Enough?

The FDA recommends rinsing fruits and vegetables under cool running water, but water alone removes dirt, not pathogens. Here is what running water does, what it misses, and when a produce wash helps.

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Citric Acid
May 23, 2023
3 min read

The Next Big Step for the Cleaning Industry: Sustainability

Over 90% of S&P 500 companies now report on sustainability efforts, and the cleaning industry is being called to account for its environmental impacts.

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Citric Acid
May 22, 2023
4 min read

What You’ve Been Waiting to Know About Citric Acid Cleaners

In the post-pandemic era, the spotlight is on citric acid cleaners. Learn when citric acid was discovered, what industries use it, and what EPA-registered and hospital-grade mean.

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Home & Office
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Citric Acid
May 22, 2023
4 min read

A Closer Look at Disinfectants

A comparison of disinfectant types -- chlorine, quats, hydrogen peroxide, thymol, and citric acid -- examining the pros and cons of each active ingredient.

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Citric Acid
May 22, 2023
3 min read

Five Tips for Safe and Effective Disinfecting

Post-pandemic, cleaning professionals are re-evaluating disinfectant use. Five best-practice tips for determining when, where, and how to disinfect safely and effectively.

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Medical Facilities
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Citric Acid
May 22, 2023
3 min read

Tips on Using Citric Acid Cleaning Solutions

Citric acid cleaning solutions are gaining interest for their safety and sustainability. Here are do's and don'ts plus the most common professional cleaning uses.

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Medical Facilities
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Citric Acid
May 16, 2023
4 min read

Warning: Hydrogen Peroxide Has Hidden Hazard

Hydrogen peroxide has long been seen as a safe disinfectant alternative, but University of Saskatchewan researchers found it can pollute indoor air and pose health risks.

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Medical Facilities
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Citric Acid
May 16, 2023
4 min read

Traditional Sanitizers and Disinfectants Used In Schools | The Good and the Not So Good

Traditional sanitizers and disinfectants in schools contain toxic chemicals that pose health risks to children through inhalation, skin contact, and ingestion.

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Home & Office
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LEXX® Disinfectant & Cleaner
May 9, 2023
1 min read

REVIEW: LEXX®(R) Sanitizer Cleaner

Watch a short video review of the LEXX Sanitizer Cleaner product.

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Citric Acid
May 3, 2023
4 min read

Which Surfaces Need Cleaning, Sanitizing, or Disinfecting

Many cleaning workers don't know which surfaces need cleaning, sanitizing, or disinfecting. Here is a practical guide based on lessons learned from COVID-19.

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Citric Acid
April 23, 2023
4 min read

Your Questions Answered About Citric-Acid-Based Cleaning Solution

ProNatural Brands answers frequently asked questions about their citric-acid-based cleaning products, from dilution and pH levels to surface compatibility and safety.

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Citric Acid
April 21, 2023
2 min read

ProNatural Brands Celebrates Earth Day 2023

This Earth Day, ProNatural Brands reflects on how the cleaning industry can support environmental health by switching to sustainable, citric-acid-based products.

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Citric Acid
March 21, 2023
1 min read

Can LEXX® Sanitizer Cleaner Multitask? You Bet

Watch this video to discover how LEXX® Sanitizer Cleaner can multitask in fast food environments while being made from 100% natural food additives.

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Citric Acid
March 20, 2023
4 min read

VIDEO: The Evolution of Surface Disinfectants

Watch our comprehensive video discussing the evolution of surface disinfectants throughout history, featuring insights from ProNatural Brands COO Lee Chen.

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Medical Facilities
February 13, 2023
2 min read

NEWS: New White Paper on Citric-Based Cleaning Solutions Introduced

ProNatural Brands releases a white paper on the history, features, and benefits of citric-based cleaning solutions for the professional cleaning industry.

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LEXX® Disinfectant & Cleaner
January 26, 2023
1 min read

VIDEO: LEXX® Sanitizer and Cleaner Concentrate – What Cleaning for Health is All About

Watch our comprehensive video about LEXX® Sanitizer and Cleaner Concentrate and discover what cleaning for health is all about.

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Citric Acid
January 4, 2023
3 min read

NEWS: Applying Cleaning for Health to Cleaning Toys

Toys can become contaminated with use, and that contamination can last hours or days. ProNatural Brands CEO Lee Chen shares tips for keeping children safe.

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Citric Acid
November 14, 2022
2 min read

ProNatural Brands Launches New Website

ProNatural Brands launches a full-featured website to market its consumer and professional cleaning products and educate customers on the value of citrus-based solutions.

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Home & Office
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LEXX® Disinfectant & Cleaner
November 8, 2022
1 min read

LEXX® Disinfectant & Cleaner Concentrate – The Video

Watch our video about LEXX® Disinfectant & Cleaner Concentrate and learn how to simplify your life with safe, effective, and environmentally friendly cleaning.

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Citric Acid
November 2, 2022
2 min read

Headline: Cleaning Industry Looking for Safer Cleaning Solutions

The professional cleaning industry is seeing a resurgence in safer, sustainable cleaning solutions. Citric acid cleaners made from citrus fruits have been used safely for centuries.

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Citric Acid
October 26, 2022
2 min read

9 Reasons for Using Ready to Use Cleaning Solution

Nine key reasons for adding ready-to-use cleaning products to your arsenal, from improved worker productivity and consistent performance to a smaller storage footprint.

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Citric Acid
September 10, 2022
3 min read

Removing Unsightly Limescale Deposits

About 85% of U.S. water is hard water, which leaves unsightly limescale deposits in toilet bowls. Citric acid cleaning solutions offer a safe and effective removal method.

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Medical Facilities
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Citric Acid
September 1, 2022
2 min read

Back to Work Means Back to Safety for Cleaning Workers

As remote workers return to offices, cleaning professionals going back to work may need a safety refresher on using cleaning solutions. Here are key reminders.

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Home & Office
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Citric Acid
August 18, 2022
1 min read

VIDEO: Cleaning Workers Need to Know It Can be Dangerous Out There

Watch our important video about the dangers cleaning workers face and learn how ProNatural Brands provides safe, effective alternatives.

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Citric Acid
August 17, 2022
2 min read

Hard Water Negatively Impacts Cleaning

An estimated 85% of the U.S. has hard water, which reacts with traditional cleaning solutions and reduces their effectiveness. Citrus-based cleaners have natural chelating properties.

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Medical Facilities
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Citric Acid
August 10, 2022
4 min read

What Is a Chelating Agent? EDTA vs Citric Acid in Cleaning Products

A chelating agent binds the minerals in hard water so cleaners work better. Here is what chelating agents like EDTA do, why they raise safety and environmental concerns, and how citric acid compares.

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Home & Office
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Citric Acid
August 8, 2022
4 min read

Traditional Disinfectants: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

A JAMA study of 73,000 nurses found traditional disinfectant exposure increased COPD risk by 25-38%. Citric acid disinfectants offer a safer, effective alternative.

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Medical Facilities
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Citric Acid
August 8, 2022
2 min read

What is Hard Water and How Does It Impact Cleaning?

An estimated 85% of the U.S. has hard water, which reduces cleaning effectiveness and leaves soap scum. Citric acid-based cleaners have natural chelating properties that help.

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Home & Office
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LEXX® Disinfectant & Cleaner
July 26, 2022
2 min read

VIDEO: Let’sTalk About Disinfectants and LEXX® Disinfectant

A video transcript from Robert Kravitz discussing what we need to know about disinfectants and why LEXX, an EPA-registered citrus-based alternative, stands out.

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Citric Acid
July 26, 2022
4 min read

Straightening Things Out About Cleaning, Sanitizing, and Disinfecting

Cleaning is not sanitizing, and sanitizing is not disinfecting. ProNatural Brands clarifies the differences and explains when each approach is appropriate.

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Citric Acid
July 21, 2022
3 min read

Global Citric Acid Market to Grow

A report by ResearchandMarkets.com projects significant growth in the global citric acid market through 2027, driven by food service and professional cleaning demand.

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Citric Acid
July 7, 2022
4 min read

Questions and Answers About Citric Acid

Common questions answered about citric acid in cleaning products, from safety and FDA approval to surfaces it works on and why it is transforming professional cleaning.

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Home & Office
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