Designed for craft brewers, Madison Chemical phosphorous-free MadBrew CAUSTIC-NP alkaline detergent acts chemically and physically on typical soils, including tough deposits, and prevents the formation of beerstone. It saponifies and emulsifies oils and fats, disperses proteinaceous soils, and breaks down carbohydrates. The detergent also is acceptable as an A2 compound for use only in soak tanks or with steam or mechanical cleaning devices in food and beverage plants. It is safe for all ferrous, stainless steel and most copper alloys when used as directed.