Key Features and Benefits:
10x More Yellow Stain Removal: Harpic Power Plus is specifically formulated to be highly effective at removing tough yellow stains and limescale buildup that commonly occur in toilets. It claims to be 10 times better at limescale removal compared to ordinary detergents.
Kills 99.9% of Germs: This is a crucial disinfectant benefit. Harpic Power Plus effectively kills 99.9% of disease-causing germs upon contact (typically within 5 minutes of undiluted product contact), ensuring a hygienic and safe toilet environment.
Thick Liquid Formula that Clings: The cleaner has a thick, viscous consistency that allows it to cling to the toilet surface. This ensures that the liquid spreads from the rim to the U-bend and stays in contact with the stains and germs for a longer duration, providing a more effective clean.
Strategically Bent Bottleneck Shape: The bottle is designed with a unique, strategically bent neck. This allows you to easily pour the liquid into deep corners and under the toilet rim, reaching areas that are often difficult to clean with regular brushes or other cleaners.
Fights Odour and Leaves a Fresh Toilet: In addition to cleaning and disinfecting, Harpic Power Plus helps to eliminate unpleasant malodours from the toilet, leaving it fresh and clean after every use.
Better than Ordinary Cleaners (Detergent, Bleach, Acid, Phenyl): Harpic often positions itself as a superior alternative to traditional cleaning agents like detergent powder, bleach, phenyl, or strong acids, highlighting its combined benefits of tough stain removal, germ kill, and freshness.
Suitable for All Toilets: It's safe to use on both Western-style and Indian-style toilets and does not negatively affect septic tank systems.
Easy to Use: The design and formulation make it simple to apply and clean.
Key Ingredients (Typical):
Hydrochloric Acid (typically 10.5% W/V): This is the primary active ingredient responsible for breaking down tough stains, limescale, and mineral deposits.
Hydroxy Ethyl Oleylamine: A surfactant that helps in cleaning and emulsifying dirt.
Cetyl Trimethyl Ammonium Chloride: A surfactant that aids in cleaning and has some antimicrobial properties.
Methyl Salicylate: Often used for fragrance, although the "Original" variant has a clean, characteristic toilet cleaner scent.
Butylated Hydroxy Toluene (BHT): An antioxidant.
Other ingredients may include thickeners, colorants, and water.
How to Use:
Open the bottle: Press the sides of the child-proof cap and twist counter-clockwise to open.
Apply the liquid: Squeeze the liquid around the toilet bowl and under the rim. The bent neck helps reach under the rim effectively.
Let it spread: Allow the thick liquid to spread from the rim to the U-bend.
Wait: For best results, leave the liquid for at least 20 minutes (for heavy stains or thorough disinfection, you can leave it longer, but typically 20 minutes is recommended).
Brush and Flush: Lightly brush the toilet bowl (especially stained areas) and then flush thoroughly.
Important Precautions:
Always use separately: Do NOT mix Harpic Power Plus with any other cleaning products, especially those containing bleach, as this can release dangerous gases.
Keep out of reach of children: Due to its strong acidic nature.
Avoid contact with skin and eyes: Use gloves if you have sensitive skin. In case of contact, rinse immediately and thoroughly with water.
Read the label: Always read the instructions and safety warnings on the product label before use.
Common Available Sizes:
Harpic Power Plus Original Disinfectant Toilet Cleaner is commonly available in various sizes to suit different needs, including:
200 ml
500 ml
1 Litre
Larger packs (e.g., 2 Litre, 5 Litre for commercial or bulk use, or combo packs).
Manufacturer:
Harpic is a brand manufactured by Reckitt Benckiser (RB), a multinational consumer goods company headquartered in the UK.
Availability in Kochi, Kerala: Harpic Power Plus Original Disinfectant Toilet Cleaner is a household staple and is very widely available across Kochi, Kerala. You can find it at:
Supermarkets and Hypermarkets: Lulu Hypermarket, Reliance Smart/Fresh, More, Spencers, and all other large retail chains.
Local Kirana Stores: Almost every neighborhood grocery store will stock Harpic due to its high demand.
Online Retailers: Digital Basket, JioMart, Amazon India, Flipkart (grocery sections), Blinkit, Zepto, Swiggy Instamart, and other online grocery delivery platforms in Kochi will have it available for home delivery.
