Urnex
Urnex Puro™ Espresso Machine Cleaning Tablets – 150 Tablet Jar
NSF-Certified Cleaning Tablets for Superautomatic & Traditional Espresso Machines
Keep every shot tasting its best with Urnex Puro Espresso Machine Cleaning Tablets. NSF-certified and formulated specifically for espresso equipment, these tablets eliminate coffee oils and residue from group heads, screens, and filters in both superautomatic and traditional espresso machines. The pre-measured tablet format makes daily backflushing fast, consistent, and mess-free — and they double as a soaking solution for portafilters, baskets, shower screens, and other removable parts.
Features:
- NSF-Certified Formula — Meets the highest standards for safety and effectiveness in commercial food service equipment cleaning
- Works on Superautomatic & Traditional Espresso Machines — Compatible with a wide range of commercial and prosumer espresso equipment; safe for all brew units
- Eliminates Coffee Oils & Residue — Breaks down the oils and grounds buildup that degrade flavor, slow extraction, and clog screens and filters over time
- Keeps Screens & Filters Clear — Maintains even water flow through group heads for consistent, balanced extraction shot after shot
- Dual-Use: Backflush & Soak — Use for daily backflushing directly in the group head, or dissolve in warm water to create a soaking solution for portafilters, baskets, and shower screens
- Pre-Measured Tablet Dosing — Each tablet weighs 1.3g and measures 16mm in diameter, eliminating guesswork and reducing waste
- 150 Tablets Per Jar — A generous supply well-suited to busy cafés, multi-machine bars, and high-volume operations
- Made in the USA — Developed by Urnex, trusted by coffee professionals in more than 70 countries since 1936
- Ingredients – View full ingredient list.
- Safety Data Sheet (SDS) – View detailed product safety information.
How to Use:
For Traditional Espresso Machines (Backflush Method):
- Prep — Insert a blind filter in the portafilter and add 1 Puro tablet.
- First Cycle — Insert the portafilter into the group head. Activate the brew cycle for 10 seconds, then stop for 10 seconds. Repeat 5 times.
- Rinse Portafilter — Remove the portafilter and rinse it under the stream of water from the group head.
- Second Cycle — Re-insert the portafilter without any cleaner. Activate the brew cycle for 10 seconds, stop for 10 seconds. Repeat 5 times.
- Final Check — Pull and discard one shot of espresso to confirm no cleaner residue remains before serving.
For Superautomatic Espresso Machines: Follow your machine manufacturer's cleaning cycle instructions, inserting the tablet as directed (typically in the pre-ground or cleaning tablet chamber).
For Soaking Parts: Dissolve tablets in warm water to create a cleaning solution for soaking portafilters, baskets, shower screens, and other removable components.
Specifications:
- Brand: Urnex Brands
- SKU / MPN: 18-E22-PR150
- Form: Tablet
- Count: 150 tablets per jar
- Tablet Weight: 1.3g per tablet
- Tablet Diameter: 16mm
- Certifications: NSF-Certified
- Compatible Equipment: Superautomatic and traditional espresso machines
- Application: Daily backflush, group head cleaning, parts soaking
- Origin: Made in USA
About Urnex
The Gold Standard in Coffee Equipment Cleaning Since 1936
Founded in 1936 in Manhattan, Urnex started with a simple mission: eliminate the oily buildup that made fresh coffee taste bitter. The solution was the original Urnex® Urn & Brewer Cleaner™, printed with a motto still used today: "No More Bitter Coffee."
For nearly 90 years, Urnex has pioneered every major advancement in coffee equipment cleaning—from the first espresso-specific cleaner (Cafiza) in the 1980s to today's eco-friendly Biocaf line.
Why Professionals Choose Urnex:
- Trusted in 70+ countries by barista champions and cafés
- Industry standard for professional equipment
- NSF certified, Made in America
- Same formulas used by the world's best coffee shops
The Philosophy: Great coffee is a journey from seed to cup. If your equipment is dirty, all that care is wasted. Clean equipment = better tasting coffee.
Frequently asked question
For traditional espresso machines, daily backflushing is recommended as part of your standard end-of-day routine. For superautomatics, follow your manufacturer's recommended cleaning schedule — typically daily or weekly depending on volume.
Yes. Dissolve one or more tablets in warm water to create a soaking solution for portafilters, filter baskets, shower screens, and other removable components that benefit from a deep clean.
Yes. Puro tablets are NSF-certified and specifically formulated for use in espresso equipment. They are safe for all brew units when used as directed. Always follow your machine manufacturer's cleaning guidelines.
Both are Urnex espresso machine cleaning tablets designed for backflushing. Puro tablets are 1.3g each and part of the Urnex Puro product line. Cafiza is another Urnex brand with its own tablet and powder options. Both are used identically in the backflush process.
Puro tablets can also be used to clean certain drip coffee brewing equipment. Check your brewer's manual to confirm compatibility before use.
Each jar contains 150 tablets, making it a practical, long-lasting supply for commercial café environments.