acidic cleaners:
Vertical Cling, Sprayability &
natural Thickening
Formulation Challenges in acidic cleaning
Acid-based surface cleaners must cling to vertical surfaces, spread evenly, and provide uniform coverage – without dripping, run-off, or uneven film formation. At the same time, formulators increasingly seek bio-based alternatives to synthetic thickeners that maintain sprayability and rheology under harsh pH conditions.
Bio-Based Cleaning Boosters
Exilva, a biodegradable microfibrillated cellulose (MFC), delivers natural thickening, vertical cling, and optimised spray pattern in acidic cleaning systems. It enables uniform distribution on metals, tiles, stones, wood – extending contact time where it matters most and boosting cleaning efficiency.
vertical cling results
Lab tests show that formulations with Exilva deliver longer cling time on vertical rusted metal plate and a more even acid film compared to a standard thickener. The result shows broader spray pattern and longer contact time - resulting in a better cleaning effect:
Ready to start formulating?
Enhance performance and user satisfaction in your next acidic cleaning formulation with Exilva's natural thickening power.
