Ban T® Alkaline Water Neutralizer & Tannin Remover

Ban-T®

Ban T® Alkaline Water Neutralizer & Tannin Remover

$39.60

SKU: RU64N

Removes Tannins and Reduces pH in Water

Restores fouled water softeners
Increases efficiency when used for preventative maintenance
Can be used to remove hard water deposits from dishwashers, tubs, faucets, humidifiers and more
NSF Certified

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Remove Tannins, Reduce pH + Restore Fouled Softeners

Ban-T gives water treatment professionals a reliable solution for softeners affected by tannins, iron, and other contaminants that can reduce resin efficiency. Formulated for both corrective cleaning and preventative maintenance, Ban-T helps restore fouled softeners, support system performance, and address problem water conditions in areas with moderate tannin or iron content.

Solve Resin Fouling + Problem Water in One Product

Tannin and iron buildup can reduce softener performance, create customer complaints, and lead to unnecessary service issues. Ban-T helps contractors clean fouled resin beds, lower water pH when properly fed through a chemical injection system, and remove hard water deposits from fixtures and equipment.

Why Contractors Rely on Ban-T

REMOVES TANNINS + CONTAMINANTS - Helps clean tannin, iron, and other buildup from fouled water softener resin beds

RESTORES SOFTENER PERFORMANCE - Supports improved softener efficiency by helping remove contaminants that interfere with resin function

HELPS LOWER WATER pH - Can be mixed and injected into the water line to help reduce pH when used according to feed pump instructions

SUPPORTS PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS - Add regularly to the brine tank to help maintain softener performance in areas with moderate tannin or iron content

VERSATILE CLEANING APPLICATIONS - Can also be used to help remove hard water deposits, limescale, and staining from dishwashers, tubs, sinks, faucets, humidifiers, and more

NSF CERTIFIED - Certified to meet NSF/ANSI/CAN Standard 60 for drinking water additives

Build Better Service Outcomes with Preventative Resin Care

Ban-T helps contractors move beyond one-time problem solving by building resin cleaning into routine softener maintenance. Used during service calls or added regularly with salt, it helps reduce fouling, maintain efficiency, and support longer-lasting softener performance.

For water with tannin, iron, or pH-related issues, use Ban-T to help clean fouled softeners, support preventative maintenance, and deliver more consistent results for your customers.

A Professional Solution for Tannin, Iron + Low pH Water Issues

If your water softener is not performing the way it should, the problem may be more than hardness. Tannins, iron, and other contaminants can build up inside the softener and reduce its efficiency over time.

Ban-T® is a professional-use water treatment product designed to help clean fouled water softener resin, address certain problem water conditions, and support better system performance. It is available through water treatment professionals and authorized distributors.

Why Your Water Softener May Need More Than Salt

Salt helps your water softener regenerate, but it does not remove every type of buildup that can collect inside the system. In areas with tannins, iron, or pH-related water issues, your softener may need additional care to keep working properly.

Ban-T® helps your water treatment professional clean the resin bed, reduce certain contaminants, and support more consistent softener performance.

Why Homeowners Ask About Ban-T®

Helps Clean Fouled Softener Resin
Ban-T® helps remove tannins, iron, and other contaminants that can collect in the resin bed and reduce softener efficiency.

Supports Better Softener Performance
By helping clean the resin, Ban-T® can support improved water softener operation and more consistent results.

Useful for Tannin + Iron Issues
In areas with moderate tannin or iron content, Ban-T® can be used as part of a professional maintenance plan to help protect softener performance over time.

Helps Address Low pH Conditions
When used by a qualified water treatment professional, Ban-T® may also be used as part of a treatment approach for adjusting pH in problem water applications.

Can Help with Hard Water Deposits
Ban-T® can also be used by professionals to help remove hard water deposits, limescale, and moderate staining from certain household fixtures and equipment.

NSF Certified
Ban-T® is certified to meet NSF/ANSI/CAN Standard 60 for drinking water additives.

Ask Your Water Treatment Professional

Ban-T® is not sold directly to consumers. It is designed for professional use as part of a water treatment service, maintenance program, or system-specific recommendation.

If you are seeing signs of tannins, iron, staining, reduced softener performance, or pH-related water issues, ask your local water treatment professional whether Ban-T® is the right solution for your system.

DIRECTIONS (Read Entire Label Before Using)

WATER SOFTENER - FIRST APPLICATION
Dissolve 2 cups in 1 qt. of warm water. Pour into brine well. Softeners with no brine well, pour directly into salt storage tank when salt level is low. Manually regenerate softener. Repeat as needed.

PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE
Add 1/2 cup to every 40 lb. of salt added to brine tank. Layer to ensure a continuous dose of Ban T during each regeneration.

ADJUSTING pH
The correct feed rate of Ban T is reached when the pH of the treated water is between 7.0 and 8.0. Follow procedure for injecting solution into water system specified by the chemical feed pump manufacturer or supplier. DISHWASHER: With machine empty, add 1/2 cup of Ban T instead of soap. Run normal cycle. Repeat if needed. RUST AND HARD WATER STAINS: Use 1/2 cup per 1 gal. of warm water. Soak or apply solution to item for 1-5 minutes. Ban T can also be applied by wetting area and sprinkling the product on a damp cloth or sponge. Rub gently until stains are gone. Rinse thoroughly. For stubborn stains, increase strength and/or contact time.

OTHER USES
Tubs, sinks, showers, faucets, ceramic tile, dishes, glassware, plasticware, ice machines, ultraviolet filters, humidifiers and distillers. This product is certified to meet NSF/ANSI/CAN 60 Standard for drinking water additives. Maximum use level for potable water is 100 mg/L.

Product Resources

Ban-T® Sell Sheet

VIDEO: Ban-T® Tannin & Iron Remover

Resource: SDS Sheet English

Resource: SDS Sheet French

SKU Detail

SKU	RU64N	RU15N	RU45N
Size	4 lb.	1 lb. 8 oz.	45 lb.
Item UPC	8-18125-00030-6	8-18125-00029-0	8-16125-00165-5
Item Length	5.5 in	4.5 in	12 in
Item Width	4 in	2.13 in	12 in
Item Height	9.25 in	8.88 in	14.75 in
Item Weight	4.63 lb	1.73 lb	47.5 lb
Case Pack	6	12	1
Case UPC	10018125002301	10018125002295
Case Length	11.75 in	13.5 in	12.5 in
Case Width	10.75 in	8.75 in	12.5 in
Case Height	10 in	9.5 in	15 in
Case Weight	26.05 lb	19 lb	48.88 lb
Cases/Pallet	60	80	36

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is Ban-T® used for?

Ban-T® is a water softener cleaner formulated to lower pH and clean fouled resin affected by tannins, iron, and related buildup. It is used for preventative maintenance in areas with moderate tannin or iron content.

Does Ban-T® remove tannins and iron from water softeners?

Yes. Ban-T® helps clean resin fouled by tannins and iron, restoring the performance and efficiency of water softeners. It is useful for systems treating water where tannin and moderate iron buildup can reduce softener performance.

Can Ban-T® help lower high pH water?

Yes. Ban-T® is also formulated to lower water pH. For pH adjustment, the product directions state to mix 1 pound of Ban-T® with 10 gallons of water and inject the solution into the water line. Because water conditions vary, contractors should confirm treatment goals and dosing needs based on the specific application.

How do you use Ban-T® to clean a water softener?

For routine resin cleaning, add 4 ounces of Ban-T® to the softener salt. Ban-T® is intended as an easy-to-use maintenance cleaner for water softeners exposed to moderate tannin or iron contamination.

Is Ban-T® a good option if you need a tannin and iron cleaner for a water softener?

Yes. Ban-T® is formulated to remove tannin and iron from fouled water softeners while also helping lower pH when used for neutralization. If you are comparing resin cleaners, the main differentiators here are tannin and iron removal, preventative maintenance use, and pH-reduction capability.

What water problems is Ban-T® meant to help address?

Ban-T® is meant to help address tannins, iron fouling, high pH conditions, hard water deposits, limescale, and moderate iron staining. It is especially useful in water conditions where organic matter and mineral buildup affect softener performance.

How often should Ban-T® be used?

Ban-T® should be used as part of preventative maintenance or when water softener performance declines due to tannin, iron, or related fouling. Usage frequency depends on water conditions and system demand. It can resolve severe buildup when water has gone untreated, and can be used regularly thereafter.

Is Ban-T® a good option for alkaline water treatment?

Ban-T® is an alkaline water neutralizer as well as a tannin remover. If the goal is to lower pH in alkaline water while also cleaning a fouled softener, Ban-T® can be a useful option because it combines pH-lowering functionality with water softener resin cleaning and deposit-removal benefits.