{"product_id":"urnex-biocaf-reinigungspulver","title":"Urnex Biocaf Espresso Machine Cleaning Powder","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"ccc-mobile-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUrnex BioCaf Cleaning Powder 500g — Plant-based Backflush without Phosphates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou open the can, smell nothing. No chemical odor, no harsh acid fumes in your face. You dose three grams into the blind filter, lock in the portafilter, press the continuous button. Ten seconds of brewing, ten seconds of pause, five times. The same backflush ritual as with Cafiza — but with a powder that comes from plant and mineral sources, is biodegradable, and contains not a single phosphate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's BioCaf. Urnex's Eco-line, which started as \"Full Circle\" and has been on the market as BioCaf for the last few years. Plant-based, biodegradable, phosphate-free — and just as effective for home use as classic Cafiza. According to the manufacturer, a 500-gram can is sufficient for about 100 applications (backflush or soak combined). NSF-certified. Made in the USA. We at Coffee Coaching Club are the exclusive Swiss importer for Urnex and the BioCaf line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat differentiates BioCaf from Cafiza\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth clean espresso machines, both work via backflush and soak, and both come from the same company. The differences lie in the formulation and its consequences:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant-based and mineral-based ingredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBioCaf uses ingredients from renewable, natural sources — no petroleum derivatives. All ingredients are transparently listed. For those who value eco-labels or want to reduce their ecological footprint in the cafe, this is the honest alternative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhosphate-free\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhosphates are found in many classic cleaners and enter water bodies via wastewater. Phosphate input promotes algal blooms and harms aquatic ecosystems. BioCaf completely avoids them — at the same time, the powder is gentler on plumbing and rubber seals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOdorless\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo sharp cleaning odor when opening the can, no residual aroma in the shot after rinsing. Those sensitive to chemical odors or storing the powder in an open kitchen benefit from this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEquivalent effectiveness in home use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBioCaf removes coffee oils, residues, and discolorations from the brew group, valves, and water paths — the same tasks as Cafiza. For heavily oiled professional machines with high brewing volume, Cafiza tends to be more aggressive. For home use with normal usage, both are equally effective. This is our observation from the showroom, one opinion among many.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApplication: Backflush Routine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrerequisite: Three-way solenoid valve in the machine (standard for E61 and saturated brew groups).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsert blind filter into the portafilter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUp to half a teaspoon (3 g) of BioCaf powder into the blind filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsert portafilter into the brew group\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActivate brew button for 10 seconds, 10 seconds pause, five times\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove portafilter, rinse under running water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinsert portafilter without powder, rinse thoroughly 5 × 10 seconds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePull a test espresso and discard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApplication: Soak for filter baskets and accessories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6 g BioCaf in 1 liter of warm water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace filter baskets, shower screens, portafilter metal parts (no wood or plastic) in the solution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoak for 30 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse thoroughly with clear water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe soak solution can also be used for: coffee brewer filter baskets, carafes, dosing cups, and generally for stainless steel components with coffee stains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"ccc-compare-table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBackflush and soak for espresso machines, cleaning coffee equipment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePowder, odorless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIngredients\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlant- and mineral-based, biodegradable, phosphate-free\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCertifications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNSF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDosage Backflush\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 g per shot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDosage Soak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 g per 1 L warm water, 30 minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYield\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eapprox. 100 applications (backflush or soak combined, according to manufacturer)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCapacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e500 g (17.6 oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMade in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNote\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot a descaler, not for aluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable companions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you need a classic sodium percarbonate formula for heavily oiled professional machines: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/urnex-cafiza\"\u003eUrnex Cafiza 566g\u003c\/a\u003e. For the grinder: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/urnex-grindz\"\u003eUrnex Grindz Grinder Cleaner\u003c\/a\u003e. For the milk system from the same Eco-line: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/urnex-biocaf-milchdusenreiniger\"\u003eUrnex BioCaf Alkaline Milk Cleaner 1L\u003c\/a\u003e. The entire cleaning assortment: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/maschinen-und-muhlenreinigung\"\u003eMachine and Grinder Cleaning Collection\u003c\/a\u003e. Precise scales for dosing: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/barista-tools-normcore\"\u003eNormcore Barista Tools\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrdering, Delivery, and Advice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBioCaf 500g can be ordered online from Coffee Coaching Club or picked up at the showroom in \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/zurich-oerlikon\"\u003eZurich Oerlikon\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/bern-filiale\"\u003eBern\u003c\/a\u003e. Delivery throughout Switzerland and Liechtenstein in 2–4 business days. As the exclusive Swiss importer for Urnex, we are the Swiss point of contact for all maintenance questions: \u003ca href=\"mailto:office@coffeecoachingclub.ch\"\u003eoffice@coffeecoachingclub.ch\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between BioCaf and Cafiza?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBioCaf is plant-based, biodegradable, and phosphate-free. Cafiza uses a classic sodium percarbonate formula. Both clean effectively — BioCaf is the eco-alternative for home and medium-sized cafe use. Cafiza tends to be more aggressive for heavily oiled professional machines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs BioCaf really as effective as Cafiza?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, for home use. For very heavily oiled professional machines with high volume, Cafiza can work faster — but this is irrelevant with a weekly routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use BioCaf in a super-automatic machine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. BioCaf is suitable for super-automatic and traditional espresso machines. For super-automatic machines, use the cleaning cycle according to the device's operating instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many applications per can?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to the manufacturer, about 100 applications (backflush or soak combined). With weekly home backflush, a 500g can lasts about two years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs BioCaf NSF-certified?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, NSF-certified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use BioCaf to clean other coffee equipment?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Also suitable for coffee brewer filter baskets, carafes, servers, and dosing cups. Soak solution 6 g per liter, soak for 30 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs BioCaf environmentally friendly to dispose of?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Biodegradable and phosphate-free — the residues from backflush and soak solutions can be disposed of via normal wastewater without harming aquatic ecosystems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I see BioCaf live before purchasing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Both showrooms have the entire Urnex range on site: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/bern-filiale\"\u003eBern\u003c\/a\u003e at Gerberngasse 44 and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/zurich-oerlikon\"\u003eZurich Oerlikon\u003c\/a\u003e at Hagenholzstrasse 50b.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccc-roastery-tip\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRoastery Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBioCaf is my top recommendation for home setups that value clean machine maintenance without an ecological footprint. My suggestion from showroom practice: if you use an espresso machine with light roasted beans like \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/wild-peach-ein-hell-gerosteter-omniroast-mit-pfirsichnote\"\u003eWild Peach\u003c\/a\u003e, the odorless BioCaf formula is a real advantage — no residual aroma in the system after rinsing. With dense beans like \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/cozy-chocolate-natural-brasilien-kaffeebohnen\"\u003eCozy Chocolate\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/nutty-delight-kaffee-blend-brasilien-indien\"\u003eNutty Delight\u003c\/a\u003e, the difference is less significant because the bean aromas mask any residual character. Clean is clean — the question is just how you get there. BioCaf is the honest eco-way. This is my view from the roastery, one of many.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Was ist der Unterschied zwischen BioCaf und Cafiza?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"BioCaf ist plant-based, biodegradable und phosphatfrei. Cafiza nutzt klassische Sodium-Percarbonate-Formel. 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