The Best Non-Toxic Cleaning Wipes of 2026
All 15 cleaning wipes PFAS Authority has graded reach its 70 point pass mark for PFAS and other toxins, as of October 2026. The highest graded is Seventh Generation Disinfecting Wipes Disinfecting Wipes Seventh Generation at 85 out of 100.
Every grade below is built from published materials, ingredient lists, certifications and brand disclosures, scored on one public rubric and ranked best-graded first. Each score links to the full breakdown of what earned it, and the numbers across the whole dataset are published too.
Are cleaning wipes non-toxic?
15 of the 15 cleaning wipes we graded clear our screen and 0 do not. Non-toxic is not a defined or regulated term, so what we can tell you is what our graders recorded. Beyond PFAS, the hazards found or left unruled-out on cleaning wipes in this category are VOCs and off-gassing, undisclosed fragrance, microplastics, undisclosed ingredients. The highest graded here is Seventh Generation Disinfecting Wipes Disinfecting Wipes Seventh Generation at 85 out of 100.
Quick picks
Best overall
Seventh Generation Disinfecting Wipes Disinfecting Wipes Seventh GenerationHighest PFAS grade in the category
85 Excellent
A second brand to consider
Clorox Bleach Germicidal Wipes 12 x 12The best grade here from a brand other than the winner
85 Excellent
What to watch for in cleaning wipes
Beyond the PFAS grade, these are the things our graders recorded on the 15 cleaning wipes in this category. We assess from materials, brand statements and published research. We do not lab-test.
- VOCs and off-gassing
Volatile compounds that evaporate out of a material at room temperature, which is what a new product smell is.
Found on 3 of these cleaning wipes. Plausible but unconfirmed on 3 more, meaning nobody has ruled it out. EPA
- Undisclosed fragrance
A single word on a label that can stand for dozens of undeclared ingredients, protected as trade secret.
Found on 1 of these cleaning wipes. Plausible but unconfirmed on 8 more, meaning nobody has ruled it out. FDA
- Microplastics
Plastic fragments small enough to shed from a product into food, water or air without anyone seeing it.
Found on 1 of these cleaning wipes. Plausible but unconfirmed on 6 more, meaning nobody has ruled it out. EPA
- Undisclosed ingredients
Not a chemical. The absence of one, where we found no statement from the brand about what it uses.
Found on 2 of these cleaning wipes. Plausible but unconfirmed on 1 more, meaning nobody has ruled it out. FTC
The safest cleaning wipes we graded, lowest PFAS risk first
- 1
Third-party verified
Seventh Generation Disinfecting Wipes
Disinfecting Wipes Seventh Generation
85ExcellentPFAS grade✓ EPA Safer Choice- nonwoven fabric (polypropylene/polyester blend), quaternary ammonium disinfectant
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Quaternary ammonium irritation (skin/eye)
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- 2
- Nonwoven polypropylene wipe with sodium hypochlorite bleach solution
- Sodium hypochlorite reactivity and inhalation risk
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- 3
Clorox
Disinfecting Cleaning Wipes Variety Pack, Bleach Free, Fresh Scent and Crisp Lemon, 35 Count Each, Pack of 3
85ExcellentPFAS grade- nonwoven fabric wipes (polyester/polypropylene blend)
- Skin and respiratory irritation from cleaning actives (quaternary ammonium compounds and f
4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- 4
- nonwoven fabric wipes (likely polypropylene or cellulose blend)
- Allergens in botanical actives
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- 5
- nonwoven fabric blend (cellulose/synthetic fibers)
- Skin irritation from quaternary ammonium compounds
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- 6
- Nonwoven wipe (cellulose/polypropylene blend); active ingredient sodium hypochlorite
- Skin and eye irritation from sodium hypochlorite
4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- 7
- nonwoven fabric wipes (likely polypropylene/polyester blend); active ingredients, sodium hypochlorite…
- Sodium hypochlorite irritation (eyes, skin, respiratory)
4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- 8
- nonwoven wipe substrate (likely polypropylene/cellulose blend) with bleach solution
- Sodium hypochlorite (bleach) skin and mucous membrane irritation
4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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- polypropylene filter housing, carbon/sediment cartridge
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Bacterial growth in spent cartridges
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
Aquasure
Premier Series 75 GPD Under Sink Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration System
- RO membrane, carbon filters, stainless steel housing
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Bacterial and microbial growth in housing and filters
4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
Avocado
Vegan Mattress
- organic cotton, natural latex, coconut coir, recycled steel coils
- The brand calls it PFAS-free, which we have not verified
- Heavy metals
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
All the cleaning wipes that pass, side by side
Sorted by score. A higher score means lower PFAS risk. Scored against 2 hazards that apply to this category.
| # | Cleaning Wipes | Score | Rating | Made of | Key concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Seventh Generation Disinfecting Wipes Disinfecting Wipes Seventh Generation | 85 | Excellent | nonwoven fabric (polypropylene/polyester blend), quaternary ammonium disinfectant | Quaternary ammonium irritation (skin/eye) |
| 2 | Clorox Bleach Germicidal Wipes 12 x 12 | 85 | Excellent | Nonwoven polypropylene wipe with sodium hypochlorite bleach solution | Sodium hypochlorite reactivity and inhalation risk |
| 3 | Clorox Disinfecting Cleaning Wipes Variety Pack, Bleach Free, Fresh Scent and Crisp Lemon, 35 Count Each, Pack of 3 | 85 | Excellent | nonwoven fabric wipes (polyester/polypropylene blend) | Skin and respiratory irritation from cleaning actives (quaternary ammonium compounds and f |
| 4 | Seventh Generation Botanical Disinfecting Wipes 7 x 8 70 Count (6/Carton) | 85 | Excellent | nonwoven fabric wipes (likely polypropylene or cellulose blend) | Allergens in botanical actives |
| 5 | Seventh Generation Multi Wipes | 85 | Excellent | nonwoven fabric blend (cellulose/synthetic fibers) | Skin irritation from quaternary ammonium compounds |
| 6 | Clorox Bleach Disinfecting Wipes - (300) Individually Wrapped Wipes (31424) | 85 | Excellent | Nonwoven wipe (cellulose/polypropylene blend); active ingredient sodium hypochlorite | Skin and eye irritation from sodium hypochlorite |
| 7 | Clorox Disinfecting Wipes 5 x 85 Carton | 85 | Excellent | nonwoven fabric wipes (likely polypropylene/polyester blend); active ingredients, sodium hypochlorite, surfactants | Sodium hypochlorite irritation (eyes, skin, respiratory) |
| 8 | Clorox Healthcare Germicidal Bleach Wipes | 85 | Excellent | nonwoven wipe substrate (likely polypropylene/cellulose blend) with bleach solution | Sodium hypochlorite (bleach) skin and mucous membrane irritation |
The verdict on cleaning wipes
Seventh Generation Disinfecting Wipes Disinfecting Wipes Seventh Generation grades 85 out of 100, the highest here. It is nonwoven fabric (polypropylene/polyester blend), quaternary ammonium disinfectant. We found no PFAS statement from the brand, so the grade rests on materials alone.
Choose Clorox Bleach Germicidal Wipes 12 x 12 instead if you want a second option at 85 out of 100, nonwoven polypropylene wipe with sodium hypochlorite bleach solution.
We hold no price data, so nothing here is a budget recommendation. Grades are model-based assessments from published materials and disclosures, not laboratory tests.
The cleaning wipes we would skip
Lowest scoring in this category, worst first, with the reason.
- 75Clorox Crisp Lemon Disinfecting Wipes 75 CountExcellent
Sodium hypochlorite (bleach) irritancy to skin and mucous membranes
- 85Seventh Generation Disinfecting Wipes Disinfecting Wipes Seventh GenerationExcellent
Quaternary ammonium irritation (skin/eye)
- 85Clorox Bleach Germicidal Wipes 12 x 12Excellent
Sodium hypochlorite reactivity and inhalation risk
What we check on cleaning wipes
- Phthalates. Plastic softeners studied for endocrine effects. ATSDR
- Endocrine disruptors. Chemicals that interfere with the body’s hormone system. NIEHS
Full point-by-point rubric on the methodology page.
Common questions about PFAS in cleaning wipes
Are cleaning wipes PFAS free?
All 15 cleaning wipes PFAS Authority has graded reach its 70 point pass mark for PFAS and other toxins, as of October 2026. The highest graded is Seventh Generation Disinfecting Wipes Disinfecting Wipes Seventh Generation at 85 out of 100. The lowest graded is Clorox Crisp Lemon Disinfecting Wipes 75 Count at 75 out of 100.
Are cleaning wipes non-toxic?
15 of the 15 cleaning wipes we graded clear our screen and 0 do not. Non-toxic is not a defined or regulated term, so what we can tell you is what our graders recorded. Beyond PFAS, the hazards found or left unruled-out on cleaning wipes in this category are VOCs and off-gassing, undisclosed fragrance, microplastics, undisclosed ingredients. The highest graded here is Seventh Generation Disinfecting Wipes Disinfecting Wipes Seventh Generation at 85 out of 100.
Which are the safest cleaning wipes to buy?
On our grades, Seventh Generation Disinfecting Wipes Disinfecting Wipes Seventh Generation at 85 out of 100, which we band as Excellent. Then Clorox Bleach Germicidal Wipes 12 x 12 at 85. These are model-based assessments from published materials, ingredient lists, certifications and disclosures, not laboratory tests, so treat them as the lowest risk we can evidence rather than a safety guarantee.
Which cleaning wipes grade best for PFAS?
Seventh Generation Disinfecting Wipes Disinfecting Wipes Seventh Generation, at 85 out of 100, which we band as Excellent. It is nonwoven fabric (polypropylene/polyester blend), quaternary ammonium disinfectant. The runner up is Clorox Bleach Germicidal Wipes 12 x 12 at 85.
Which cleaning wipes should I avoid?
The three lowest scoring we hold are Clorox Crisp Lemon Disinfecting Wipes 75 Count at 75, Seventh Generation Disinfecting Wipes Disinfecting Wipes Seventh Generation at 85, Clorox Bleach Germicidal Wipes 12 x 12 at 85. The problem with the first is that skip until brand discloses PFAS status for wipe fabric.
How can you tell if cleaning wipes contain PFAS?
In this category we check for phthalates, endocrine disruptors. Plastic softeners studied for endocrine effects. Language like stain resistant, water repellent or easy release usually means fluorinated chemistry even when PFAS is never printed on the box.
Do you lab test cleaning wipes?
No. We score from published ingredient lists, materials, certifications, disclosures and third party lab results where they exist. Where a product has been independently tested we use that result and say so.
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