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Fermcap-S Foam Inhibitor, 2 oz
Fermcap-S

Fermcap-S Foam Inhibitor, 2 oz

An antifoam that controls boil-overs and krausen; the label says two drops per gallon. The maker notes it can raise retained bitterness by about 10%.

Brewing chemicals & waterApartment & small-space brewing
  • 2 drops per gallon
  • Fewer boil-overs
  • Less blow-off

Best for Small kettles and full fermenters

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Specifications

Use (per label)2 drops per gallon
TypeSilicone antifoam
Size2 oz

As stated by the maker or seller. Specs can change between versions and sellers; confirm on the listing. We did not test this product.

From the maker

  • Use only two drops per gallon at the Start of Fermentation
  • Used in the Fermenter, it increases the bitterness in your beer (retained ibus) by about 10 percent
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Sulfites and sensitive guestsCampden tablets and potassium metabisulfite add sulfites. Commercial wine at 10 ppm or more must say “Contains sulfites”; home wine is not labeled, so tell sulfite-sensitive guests (often people with asthma).Source: TTB: sulfite declaration
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Full listing title: Fermcap-S Foam Inhibitor- 2 oz.

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