Description
DAHLGREN FIRE DETERGENT (DFD)
Advanced Firefighter Gear Cleaning & Decontamination
Dahlgren Fire Detergent (DFD) is a highly concentrated firefighter gear detergent engineered for advanced post-fire decontamination and cleaning operations. Originally developed from the proven Dahlgren Decon platform, DFD is designed to effectively remove soot, fire debris, toxic industrial chemicals (TICs), semi-volatile organic compounds (SVOCs), heavy metals, and other harmful contaminants commonly encountered during fireground operations.
Built with firefighter safety in mind, DFD exceeds NFPA 1850 Advanced Cleaning standards while providing military-grade cleaning performance trusted by government and defense organizations worldwide.
WHY CHOOSE DFD?
Military-Grade Cleaning Performance
Developed and patented through Department of Defense-backed technology, DFD delivers advanced decontamination capabilities for turnout gear, equipment, hoses, apparatus, and other mission-critical assets.
NFPA 1850 Compliant & Tested
Independent third-party testing demonstrated that DFD exceeded NFPA 1850 requirements for Advanced Cleaning of structural firefighting gear.
Ultra-Concentrated Formula
DFD delivers exceptional cleaning efficiency with minimal product usage:
- 30lb washer: 1 oz
- 50lb washer: 1.6 oz
- 60lb washer: 2 oz
- 80lb washer: 2.6 oz
A single 2.5-gallon container provides significantly more loads compared to traditional competitor detergents while reducing overall cost per wash cycle.
Neutral pH Formula
DFD’s neutral pH formulation helps extend the service life of turnout gear and protective coatings without damaging sensitive materials.
Safe & Non-Toxic
The surfactant formula is:
- Non-toxic
- Non-sensitizing
- Safe for skin contact
- Free from added scents, bleaches, acids, alkalis, and optical brighteners
Multi-Use Versatility
DFD is effective for:
- Turnout gear
- Protective equipment
- Fire hoses
- Apparatus cleaning
- Vehicles
- Tactical and emergency response equipment
VERIFIED TEST RESULTS
Independent testing conducted by:
- Intertek Laboratories
- Armstrong Forensic Laboratory
- International Personnel Protection
Testing confirmed successful removal of:
- 10 Semi-Volatile Organic Compounds (SVOCs)
- 6 Heavy Metals
SVOC Removal Results
PASS:
- Acenaphthene
- Anthracene
- Diethylphthalate
- Di-n-octylphthalate
- Fluorene
- 2-Nitrophenol
- Phenanthrene
- Phenol
- Pyrene
- 2,4,6-Trichlorophenol
Heavy Metal Removal Results
PASS:
- Antimony
- Arsenic
- Cadmium
- Chromium
- Cobalt
- Lead
RECOMMENDED CLEANING CYCLE
Prewash
- High water level
- Inject 1 oz of DFD if needed (up to 80lbs)
- 3 minute agitation
- Drain, no extract
Wash
- Medium-high water level
- Inject 1 oz of DFD per 30lbs capacity
- 15 minute agitation
- Drain, no extract
Rinse Cycles
- Cold/high water level
- Progressive rinse cycles with agitation and drain procedures
- Final extract at 99 G-force or less for 6 minutes
BUILT FOR THE MODERN FIRE SERVICE
DFD provides advanced firefighter safety by helping departments reduce exposure to dangerous post-fire contaminants while maximizing operational readiness and extending gear lifespan. Whether for station laundry operations or large-scale decontamination programs, DFD delivers proven performance with unmatched efficiency.
