You’d be hard-pressed to find a house in an Indian city without at least a sachet of ketchup. A best friend to fries and a delicious dip to so many more dishes, our love for it has grown over the years –but as most of us will know, this household favourite can make a mighty mess on once-spotless clothes.

Luckily, Vanish allows you to do just this – simply use our Oxi Action Liquid to pre-treat and then wash your stained clothing.

Read on for instructions on how to get best results with Vanish and how to remove ketchup stains from your fabrics.

How to remove ketchup stains from clothes

To remove ketchup stains from clothes, first use a spoon to scrape off any ketchup residue. Next, blot the stain carefully using a clean, damp paper towel or cloth to soak up as much as you can, being careful not to rub it into the material as this will smear the stain more. Finally, use Vanish Oxi Action Liquid to treat the stain using these simple steps:

How to remove ketchup stains from clothes

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Vanish Oxi Action Liquid

Vanish Oxi Action Liquid

Instructions

  1. Pour Vanish Oxi Action Liquid directly onto the stain and gently rub.
  2. Leave the product in contact with the stain for 10 mins max.
  3. Add 60ml to washing machine with detergent and wash as normal.
  4. Important: Before using Vanish, you should always follow the usage instructions on the packaging and follow its care advice.

How to remove ketchup stains from white clothes

To remove ketchup stains from white clothes you’ll need a product that can handle this tough stain. Vanish Oxi Action Powder will help to keep your white clothes white while removing stains and eliminating odours.

First, gently remove as much of the stain as possible with the side of a spoon. Then blot the stain without smearing using a clean, damp paper towel or cloth. Finally, follow these quick and easy instructions:

How to remove ketchup stains from white clothes

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Vanish Oxi Action Powder

Vanish Oxi Action Powder

Instructions

  1. Add one scoop (60g) to 4L of water.
  2. Apply the mix on the stain, leave for 5 mins max.
  3. Rub stain as needed.
  4. Soak whites for 6 hours max.

How to remove ketchup stains from shoes

To remove ketchup stains from your shoes, you should first assess the material. If your shoes are made from materials such as cotton, nylon and polyester, follow the same steps you would for removing stains from clothes based on whether they are white or coloured, and make sure you put them in a mild wash – being sure to remove shoe laces first.

How to remove ketchup stains from shoes

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Vanish Oxi Action Powder

Vanish Oxi Action Powder

Instructions

  1. Add one scoop (60g) to 4L of water.
  2. Apply the mix on the stain, leave for 5 mins max.
  3. Rub stain as needed.
  4. Soak whites for 6 hours max.

General advice

  • Please refer to the packaging for specific product usage and advice.
  • KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN AND PETS. Store the product only in the original container and always fasten the lid.
  • Do not expose product to direct sunlight.
  • Before use check if colours may bleed by testing a hidden area of the fabric.
  • For best results it may be necessary to repeat parts of the process.