SPARKLING
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SPARKLING DISHES. ZERO RESIDUE.
Ditch toxic pods. Clean without microplastics.
Most dishwasher pods use PVA plastic film that doesn't fully dissolve — a form of microplastic that ends up in water systems. Conventional dishwasher tablets use SLS and synthetic fragrance. Our powder does neither. Four targeted enzymes. A natural hard water chelator. Florida lemon essential oil. Nothing that shouldn't be near your plates.
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WHY POWDER OVER PODS
Dishwasher pods contain PVA (polyvinyl alcohol) film — marketed as water-soluble, but research shows significant amounts don't fully dissolve and pass through wastewater treatment. Powder gives you precise dosing control, no plastic film, and a more concentrated formula per clean.
4 targeted enzymes — each with a specific job
Protease, Amylase, Lipase, and Mannanase — each targeting a different type of food residue. Sourced from the world's leading enzyme science, engineered for dishwasher temperatures and conditions.
Hard water formula — updated March 2026
Sodium gluconate added March 2026 — a natural chelator from glucose fermentation that binds mineral ions in hard water before they leave residue on glassware and dishes.
Florida lemon essential oil — not synthetic fragrance
Cold-pressed Florida lemon essential oil. The same fragrance standard as the Alpiniå laundry range — real essential oil, not synthetic fragrance compounds.
Zero microplastics — powder format
No PVA film. No plastic pods. Powder format gives precise dosing control and fully dissolves without leaving plastic residue in your dishwasher or water system.
Formula Improvement · March 2026
Already great. Now works everywhere.
One customer mentioned hard water. Instead of ignoring it, we improved the formula. Because the standard we hold ourselves to doesn't have a ceiling.
ADDED MARCH 2026
The ingredient we added: Sodium Gluconate
A natural chelator derived from glucose fermentation . Binds calcium and magnesium ions in hard water before they leave mineral residue on glassware and dishes. Biodegradable. Non-toxic. Works at standard dosing in any water — soft, hard, or anywhere between.
WHAT WE NEVER USE
SLS or SLES
Microplastic fillers or PVA pods
Optical brighteners
Artificial dyes
Phthalates
Synthetic fragrance
Chlorine bleach
WHAT WE ADDED — MARCH 2026
Sodium Gluconate
— natural hard water chelator from glucose fermentation. Binds mineral ions so they drain away, not onto your dishes and glassware.
4 targeted enzymes.
Each one with a specific job.
NEXT-GENERATION ENZYME SCIENCE
4 Targeted Enzymes
Every dish type covered · Every food residue treated
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Protease
PROTEINS · EGG · MEAT · DAIRY
Breaks down protein-based food residue — egg, meat, dairy, and blood — at the molecular level. The primary enzyme for stubborn protein stains on plates and cookware.
02
Amylase
STARCH · PASTA · RICE · BREAD
Cuts starch into water-soluble fragments that rinse away. Prevents the invisible starchy film that builds up on plates from pasta, rice, and bread residue.
03
Lipase
COOKING OILS · BUTTER · GREASE
Breaks lipid bonds so fats and cooking oils rinse cleanly from plates and cookware instead of leaving a greasy film that builds up over time.
04
Mannanase
SAUCES · DRESSINGS · PROCESSED FOODS
Targets gum-based residues from sauces, dressings, and processed foods. The enzyme most dishwasher detergent brands skip — leaving an entire category of residue untreated.
Most natural dishwasher detergents — including Branch Basics and Blueland — use 2 generic enzyme types. We use 4 targeted enzymes sourced from the world's leading enzyme science, each engineered for a different food residue category. Every dish type covered.
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ALPINIÅ LABS
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COMPETITORS
The Enzyme Standard
Enzyme science sourced from the best in the world.
Not all enzyme blends perform equally. The strain, concentration, production method, and formulation all determine whether an enzyme actually does its job at your dishwasher's temperature and water conditions.Our 4-enzyme blend is sourced from the world's leading enzyme science— the same technology trusted by the most advanced cleaning formulations globally.
WHY ENZYME SOURCE MATTERS
Many detergents list enzymes on their ingredient label without specifying the strain, concentration, or source.Enzyme presence does not equal enzyme performance.Ours are specifically selected for dishwasher temperatures, pH ranges, and food residue types — not just added for a marketing claim on the label.
Sourced from world-leading enzyme science
Our enzyme blend is sourced from the world's most advanced enzyme research and production — the same technology behind the most effective cleaning formulations globally.
Engineered for dishwasher conditions
Each enzyme strain is selected specifically for its ability to perform in the temperature and pH conditions of a dishwasher cycle — not just for enzyme presence on a label.
Bio-based — not petrochemical
Our enzymes are produced through biological fermentation processes — not petroleum-derived chemistry. Biodegradable and environmentally safer than the synthetic surfactants they replace.
How Alpiniå compares.
Competitor ingredients sourced from publicly available product labels and ingredient lists.
| Feature | Alpiniå Labs | Branch Basics | Blueland |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of enzymes | 4TARGETED | 2 generic | 2 generic |
| SLS / SLES | None✓ | Contains SLS | Contains SLS |
| Format | Powder — precise dosing | Liquid concentrate | Tablet — fixed dose |
| Microplastics / PVA | None✓ | None | PVA tablet wrapper |
| Hard water formula | Yes — sodium gluconateMAR 2026 | Not specified | Citric acid only |
| Fragrance | Florida lemon essential oil | Fragrance-free | Synthetic fragrance |
| Made in USA | Yes — Cape Coral, FL✓ | Yes | No |
Competitor ingredient information based on publicly available product labels as of March 2026. Always verify current formulas on manufacturer websites.
How to Use
Precise dosing.
Every dish type covered.
Add powder directly to the dishwasher detergent compartment — not to the pre-wash compartment
Use the included scoop or a standard tablespoon for measuring
Do not mix with liquid detergents or pods in the same cycle
For hard water — sodium gluconate is already built in at standard dosing. No adjustment needed.
For heavily soiled loads — increase to 2 tablespoons
Store powder dry with lid sealed between uses — powder absorbs moisture and will clump if exposed
DOSING GUIDE
Standard load
1 tablespoon
Heavily soiled
2 tablespoons
Hard water
Standard dosing
Light load / glasses only
½ tablespoon
Add to detergent compartment before starting cycle. Sodium gluconate handles hard water at standard dosing — no separate rinse aid required for mineral management.
Just saw our YouTube ad? This is the detergent we were talking about.
FAQs
The formula is free from SLS, synthetic fragrance, optical brighteners, chlorine bleach, phthalates, and microplastics. It uses plant-derived surfactants and a 4-enzyme blend sourced from world-leading enzyme science. We avoid the term "non-toxic" because it has no regulatory definition — instead we list every ingredient so you can verify the formula yourself.
No. The enzyme blend breaks down food residue at the molecular level and the sodium gluconate chelator binds mineral ions in hard water before they deposit on glassware. At correct dosing — 1 tablespoon — dishes and glassware rinse completely clean. Overdosing powder can leave a white film, same as any detergent.
Dishwasher pods use PVA (polyvinyl alcohol) plastic film that doesn't fully dissolve — research shows significant amounts pass through wastewater treatment as microplastic. Pods also give you no dosing control — the same fixed amount regardless of load size. Powder dissolves completely, gives you precise dosing, and contains no plastic film.
Yes. No SLS, no synthetic fragrance, no optical brighteners, no chlorine bleach. The enzyme blend and plant-derived surfactants rinse cleanly. For extra peace of mind you can run an additional rinse cycle for baby items — though at correct dosing this is not necessary.
Yes. We updated the formula in March 2026 withsodium gluconate— a natural hard water chelator from glucose fermentation. It binds calcium and magnesium ions before they deposit on dishes and glassware. Standard dosing works in hard water — no adjustment needed and no separate rinse aid required for mineral management.
Yes. Compatible with all standard dishwashers — European and American models, all cycle types including eco, intensive, and quick wash. Add powder to the detergent compartment. Do not add to the pre-wash compartment.