Campden Tablets x 50 are an essential addition to any home brewer’s, winemaker’s, or cider maker’s toolkit. Made from potassium metabisulphite, these convenient pre-measured tablets help protect beverages from spoilage organisms, prevent oxidation, and improve overall product quality throughout the fermentation process.

One of the primary uses of Campden Tablets x 50 is inhibiting the growth of wild yeast, bacteria, and other unwanted microorganisms that can negatively impact fermentation. By helping create a cleaner fermentation environment, Campden tablets assist in producing more consistent and reliable results.

In winemaking, Campden Tablets x 50 are commonly added to freshly crushed fruit, juice, or must before fermentation begins. This helps suppress naturally occurring wild yeasts and bacteria, allowing the selected wine yeast strain to perform more effectively. They are also frequently used during racking to help protect finished wine from oxidation and microbial contamination.

For brewers, Campden tablets are widely used to remove chlorine and chloramine from brewing water. These compounds can create unwanted medicinal or plastic-like off-flavours if left untreated. A small amount of Campden Tablets x 50 can quickly neutralise chlorine in brewing water, helping improve beer quality and flavour.

Potassium metabisulphite also acts as an antioxidant by scavenging oxygen and reducing oxidation. This helps preserve freshness, colour, aroma, and flavour in wines, ciders, and other fermented beverages.

Packaged in a convenient tamper-proof and resealable container, Campden Tablets x 50 offer an easy and reliable way to manage sanitation, water treatment, and oxidation protection throughout the brewing and winemaking process.

Key Features

• Contains potassium metabisulphite
• Helps inhibit wild yeast and bacteria
• Reduces the risk of spoilage organisms
• Commonly used in winemaking and cider making
• Removes chlorine and chloramine from brewing water
• Acts as an antioxidant and oxygen scavenger
• Helps protect against oxidation
• Easy-to-use pre-measured tablets
• Tamper-proof resealable container
• Suitable for home brewing and winemaking

Benefits for Brewers & Winemakers

Microbial Protection

• Suppresses wild yeast
• Helps inhibit bacteria growth
• Supports cleaner fermentations

Oxidation Prevention

• Acts as an oxygen scavenger
• Helps maintain freshness
• Protects aroma and flavour

Water Treatment

• Removes chlorine from brewing water
• Reduces chloramine-related off-flavours
• Improves beer and cider quality

Common Applications

Winemaking

• Treating fruit must before fermentation
• Protecting wine during racking
• Oxidation prevention

Cider Making

• Sanitising fresh juice
• Preventing spoilage organisms
• Supporting healthy fermentation

Beer Brewing

• Chlorine removal from brewing water
• Improving water quality
• Preventing medicinal off-flavours

Usage Instructions

Must Treatment

• Use 1–2 tablets per 5 litres of must

Wine Racking

• Use ½ to 1 tablet per 5 litres of wine

Water Treatment

• Use 1 tablet per 100 litres of brewing water to remove chlorine

For best results, crush or dissolve tablets in a small amount of warm water before adding to wine, must, or brewing liquor.

Sulphur Dioxide Information

• Approximately 50ppm sulphur dioxide is produced when 1 tablet is added to 5 litres of liquid

Product Information

Product Type:
Campden Tablets

Active Ingredient:
Potassium Metabisulphite

Contains:
Sodium Metabisulphite

Pack Size:
Approximately 50 Tablets

Packaging:
Tamper-Proof Resealable Tub

Suitable For:
Wine, Cider, Beer, Water Treatment, Fermentation Protection

Safety Information

Caution:

• Gives off toxic gas under certain conditions
• Avoid inhaling vapours
• Avoid contact with sensitive skin
• Store safely out of reach of children

Always follow recommended usage rates and safety guidelines.