Morgan's Sodium Metabisulphite 500g

Sodium Metabisulphite for Brewing, Winemaking, Cider & Water Treatment

Morgan's Sodium Metabisulphite 500g is a versatile brewing and winemaking additive commonly used for treating fruit and must, protecting wine and cider from oxidation, and removing chlorine and chloramine from brewing water.

Also known as Sodium Metabisulfite, Sodium Pyrosulfite or Na₂S₂O₅, it releases sulphur dioxide when dissolved and has antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.

For home brewers, one particularly useful application is the treatment of chlorinated brewing water, helping prevent chlorine-derived off-flavours in finished beer.

Why You'll Love It

• 500g pack
• Genuine Morgan's brewing product
• Suitable for beer, wine and cider making
• Useful for fruit and must treatment
• Helps protect wine and cider from oxidation
• Used during winemaking and racking
• Removes chlorine from brewing water
• Effective against chloramine
• Useful alternative to Campden tablets when accurate bulk dosing is required
• Economical 500g size

Sodium Metabisulphite for Winemaking

Sodium Metabisulphite is widely used in home winemaking and fruit wine production.

Depending on the recipe and stage of production, it may be used to help:

• Control unwanted wild yeast and microorganisms
• Treat fruit before fermentation
• Protect wine during transfers
• Reduce oxidation during racking
• Protect finished wine during storage
• Preserve fresh fruit character and colour

The required dosage varies considerably depending on the application, wine pH and desired sulphur dioxide level, so always follow your wine recipe or an appropriate SO₂ dosing calculation rather than using one universal dose.

Sodium Metabisulphite for Cider

Sodium Metabisulphite can also be used during cider making, particularly when working with fresh apple juice or other fruit.

It may be used to help control unwanted microorganisms before pitching your chosen yeast and to provide antioxidant protection at appropriate stages of production.

As with wine, the correct amount depends on the application and product conditions.

Removing Chlorine & Chloramine from Brewing Water

One of the most useful applications for beer brewers is removing chlorine and chloramine from brewing water.

Chlorine and chloramine in tap water can react with compounds from malt and contribute to unpleasant chlorophenol flavours, often perceived as medicinal, plastic-like or antiseptic.

Sodium Metabisulphite can be used to neutralise chlorine and chloramine before brewing.

This can be particularly useful when using municipal tap water rather than reverse-osmosis or other chlorine-free water.

Using Sodium Metabisulphite in Brewing Water

Sodium Metabisulphite can be dissolved into your brewing liquor before mashing.

Because only a small quantity may be required for water treatment, accurate measurement is important.

The correct amount will depend on your water volume and the concentration of chlorine or chloramine in your water supply.

For precise water treatment, use an accurate brewing scale and calculate the addition according to your source water.

Sodium Metabisulphite vs Campden Tablets

Campden tablets commonly contain sodium or potassium metabisulphite compressed into convenient tablets.

Morgan's powdered Sodium Metabisulphite provides the active compound in bulk form, allowing brewers and winemakers to measure the amount required for their particular application.

Powder can be particularly convenient when treating larger batches or when precise dosing is required.

Metabisulphite or Metabisulfite – What's the Difference?

You may see this product called both:

Sodium Metabisulphite
and
Sodium Metabisulfite

These are alternative spellings for the same chemical compound, Na₂S₂O₅.

“Metabisulphite” is commonly used in Australia and other countries using British English, while “metabisulfite” is the common American English spelling.

Important Usage Information

Always measure Sodium Metabisulphite carefully and use the appropriate dosage for your specific brewing, winemaking or cider-making application.

Avoid breathing the powder or fumes and use in a well-ventilated area.

Keep the container tightly sealed and store in a cool, dry location away from moisture.

Do not use Sodium Metabisulphite to sanitise stainless steel equipment.

Follow the manufacturer's directions and your recipe or established brewing/winemaking procedures for the intended application.

Product Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sodium Metabisulphite used for?

Sodium Metabisulphite has several applications in home brewing, winemaking and cider making.

It is commonly used for fruit and must treatment, microbial control, antioxidant protection and removing chlorine or chloramine from brewing water.

Is Sodium Metabisulfite the same as Sodium Metabisulphite?

Yes. Sodium Metabisulfite and Sodium Metabisulphite are different spellings of the same compound, Na₂S₂O₅.

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Can Sodium Metabisulphite remove chlorine from brewing water?

Yes. Sodium Metabisulphite can be used to neutralise chlorine and chloramine in brewing water.

This can help prevent chlorine-related off-flavours from developing in beer.

Can I use Sodium Metabisulphite for winemaking?

Yes. It is widely used in winemaking for applications including fruit and must treatment, microbial control and protection against oxidation.

The correct dosage depends on the particular application.

Can I use Sodium Metabisulphite for cider?

Yes. Sodium Metabisulphite can be used in cider making, particularly when treating fresh juice and for antioxidant protection where appropriate.

Is Sodium Metabisulphite the same as Campden tablets?

Campden tablets commonly use sodium or potassium metabisulphite as their active ingredient.

This product is powdered Sodium Metabisulphite, allowing the required quantity to be measured directly rather than using tablets.

Can I use Sodium Metabisulphite on stainless steel?

No. Do not use Sodium Metabisulphite to sanitise stainless steel brewing equipment.

Choose a sanitiser suitable for stainless steel instead.

How should Sodium Metabisulphite be stored?

Keep it tightly sealed in a cool, dry location and protect it from moisture.

Why Buy from Border Brewing?

Border Brewing Supplies stocks Sodium Metabisulphite and a wide range of brewing, winemaking, cider-making and water-treatment products for customers throughout Australia.

Located in Tweed Heads South, we're conveniently located for home brewers and winemakers across Tweed Heads, the Gold Coast and Northern NSW, with local Click & Collect and Australia-wide shipping available.

Why Choose Border Brewing?

• Competitive online pricing
• Australia-wide shipping
• Click & Collect from Tweed Heads South
• Brewing and winemaking supplies
• Brewing water-treatment products
• Convenient for Gold Coast & Northern NSW customers
• Family-owned Australian business