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SO₂ Dosing Calculator

Calculate potassium metabisulfite additions to achieve target free SO₂ levels in wine.

Inputs

L
ppm
ppm

White: 25-40 ppm, Red: 20-35 ppm

Results

K-Meta (K2S2O5)

1.01 g

Campden Tablets

2.3 tablets

Molecular SO2 at Target0.70 ppm
SO2 to Add25 ppm

Tips

1
Lower pH wines need less SO₂ for the same level of protection, so always measure pH first
2
Typical free SO₂ targets: 25-35 ppm for reds, 30-50 ppm for whites

Open formula

K₂S₂O₅ (mg) = Volume (L) × Target ppm × (1 / 0.5725)

Calculates potassium metabisulfite needed based on volume and target free SO₂.

Molecular SO₂ depends on pH. Lower pH = more protection per ppm.

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