MA5X All-Purpose Cleaner & Degreaser 55-Gallon Drum | Janitorial, Household & Multi-Surface
For janitorial crews, facilities managers, schools, offices, retail environments, food service operations, and household use at scale. Available in a 55-gallon drum for centralized storage, refill dispensing, and pallet delivery across single and multi-location operations.
MA5X All-Purpose Cleaner & Degreaser in the 55-Gallon Drum is the mildest of the MA5X degreaser drum lineup, a moderately alkaline (pH 11–12) water-based concentrate formulated for safe daily use on the full range of commercial and household surfaces. Lower sodium hydroxide content (<0.10%), a GHS Warning (not Danger) signal word, and an NFPA Health rating of 1 position this as the right choice for general janitorial programs, school facilities, offices, retail spaces, and household cleaning operations where frequent use across multiple surface types is needed without the higher-strength chemistry of the MA5X Black or MA5X Industrial degreasers.
How It Differs from the MA5X Black & Industrial Degreasers
All three products share the same base formulation, but concentration and pH tell the story of where each belongs. The All-Purpose (pH 11-12, NFPA Health 1) is formulated for daily general cleaning and light degreasing on finished surfaces, food service areas, and occupied environments. The Black Degreaser (pH 12-13, NFPA Health 2) is for heavy commercial degreasing on fleet vehicles, engines, and industrial surfaces. The Industrial Degreaser (pH 13-14, NFPA Health 2) is for maximum-strength applications on heavy manufacturing equipment and extreme contamination. When in doubt about which product is right for your application, start with the All-Purpose and step up only if results require it.
Key Features & Benefits
- Mildest degreaser in the MA5X drum lineup - pH 11-12: Lower alkalinity and reduced sodium hydroxide content (<0.10%) make this the appropriate choice for daily cleaning on finished wood, painted surfaces, food preparation areas, tile, stainless steel, and general commercial surfaces that require frequent treatment without aggressive chemistry.
- 7,040-14,080 applications per drum: At approximately 1 fl oz per application, one drum delivers 7,040 treatments at $0.04 each. At 0.5 fl oz for quick spray-and-wipe tasks on small surfaces, it delivers 14,080 treatments at $0.02 each, direct-manufacturer economics for high-frequency daily cleaning programs.
- Multi-surface versatility: Effective on tile, stainless steel, painted surfaces, laminate, finished wood, porcelain, countertops, glass, and general hard surfaces, supporting daily cleaning programs across diverse surface types in offices, schools, retail spaces, and food service environments.
- Biodegradable formula: Water-based, biodegradable surfactant system supports green cleaning initiatives and environmental compliance programs when used with appropriate collection and disposal practices.
- No acid incompatibilities: Unlike the Black and Industrial degreasers, this product has no known incompatible materials, simplifying storage alongside other cleaning chemicals in janitorial closets and supply rooms.
- Built for bulk dispensing: Standard 55-gallon drum integrates with wall-mounted dilution stations, foam dispensers, spray bottle refill systems, and drum pumps for efficient chemical management across multiple service areas or building locations.
Application
For spray-and-wipe general cleaning, apply directly from a refill spray bottle at approximately 1 fl oz per surface area and wipe with a clean microfiber cloth or mop. For food service counters and preparation surfaces, rinse thoroughly with clean water after cleaning and follow applicable food safety protocols before resuming food contact use. For floors and large surface areas, use through a mop bucket or auto scrubber dilution system. Product may be used at full strength for light degreasing tasks or diluted with water for routine surface wiping, depending on soil load and surface type.
Surface Compatibility Guide
Safe for daily use on:
- Tile, porcelain, and grout: Effective on soap scum, food soils, and general grime in restrooms, kitchens, and food service areas. Rinse after use in food prep zones.
- Stainless steel appliances and surfaces: Safe for routine cleaning of stainless steel countertops, appliances, and equipment. Wipe in the direction of the grain and buff dry to prevent water spotting.
- Painted walls and doors: Safe on latex and enamel painted surfaces for smudge, scuff, and general soil removal. Test in an inconspicuous area on specialty or matte paint finishes.
- Laminate and finished wood: Safe for finished and sealed wood and laminate surfaces at standard dilution. Avoid prolonged contact on unsealed or raw wood.
- Glass and mirrors: Effective for general cleaning. For streak-free glass finishing, follow with a dedicated glass cleaner.
- General household and commercial hard surfaces: Countertops, desks, shelving, appliance exteriors, light switches, and common touch-point surfaces in offices, schools, and retail environments.
Approach with care:
- Natural stone (marble, granite, limestone): While milder than the MA5X Black and MA5X Industrial degreasers, pH 11-12 is above the safe range for regular use on polished natural stone. Use a pH-neutral cleaner on marble and limestone to avoid etching and dulling.
- Aluminum: Limit contact time and rinse promptly. Moderately alkaline solutions can cause surface oxidation on uncoated or unprotected aluminum with prolonged contact.
Commercial Specifications
- Drum size: 55 gallons with standard 2" and 3/4" bungs
- Drum weight: Approximately 550 lbs (product + container)
- Pallet: 4 drums per pallet, forklift-accessible
- Shelf life: 36 months from manufacture date in proper storage
- pH: 11-12 (mildly to moderately alkaline)
- Color: Transparent (colorless)
- Flash point: >212°F - non-flammable
- Yield: 7,040 applications at ~1 fl oz / 14,080 applications at ~0.5 fl oz
- NFPA rating: Health 1 / Fire 0 / Reactivity 0
Shipping & Fulfillment
55-gallon drums ship via LTL (Less Than Truckload) freight, rates are calculated at checkout based on pallet weight and delivery destination. Up to 4 drums fit on a single pallet at approximately 2,200 lbs total; ordering a full pallet reduces your per-drum freight cost. This product is not regulated for DOT, IMDG, or IATA transport, simplifying receiving, storage, and compliance documentation at your facility. Local pickup is available at no charge from our Coral Springs, FL facility (4105 NW 124th Avenue) Monday–Friday, 9am–4pm, allow up to 2 business days for drum preparation. For recurring orders, contract pricing, or multi-pallet arrangements, contact our sales team directly.
Storage: No special storage conditions required. No known incompatible materials, this product may be stored alongside acidic and neutral cleaning products unlike the Black and Industrial degreasers. Keep away from children. Avoid large spills to waterways, ingredients carry aquatic toxicity data.