Soap Nuts, Certified Organic - 8 oz (226g)

Soap Nuts from Pure Indian Foods are certified organic soap berries (Sapindus mukorossi), a hypoallergenic, fragrance-free alternative to chemical laundry detergents. The dried shells contain saponin, a natural surfactant released in water that lifts dirt from fabrics. This 8 oz (226 g) pack is safe for all fabric types.

At a glance

• Type: Certified organic soap nuts (soap berries)
• Species: Sapindus mukorossi
• Size: 8 oz (226 g)
• Active compound: Saponin, a natural surfactant
• Origin: India and Nepal
• Note: Cloth bag not included
• Price: $7.69
• Vendor: Pure Indian Foods

Best for

• Everyday laundry, including delicates, silk, wool, and cloth diapers
• Sensitive skin and fragrance-free households
• Eco-friendly, low-waste cleaning
• High-efficiency washers
• A DIY liquid concentrate for many cleaning jobs

How to use

For laundry, place about 1/2 cup of shells in a cloth or mesh bag and add to a normal load. You will see few or no suds, which is normal. Reuse the shells several times until they turn gray and soft, then compost them. Add a few drops of lavender, orange, or lemon essential oil if you prefer fragrance. To make a liquid concentrate, simmer 12 to 15 soap nuts in about 6 cups of water for an hour, strain, and refrigerate; the concentrate can be used as a household and glass cleaner, dish and carpet cleaner, pet wash, jewelry cleaner, or hair wash.

About Pure Indian Foods

Pure Indian Foods is a family business known for grass-fed organic ghee and traditional, clean pantry and household staples.