75Excellent

Clorox Disinfecting Wipes Review, Is Clorox Disinfecting Wipes Non-Toxic?

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Across 2 graded products, Clorox Disinfecting Wipes averages Excellent (75/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. 2 of its products grade Good or better. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.

Worth buying from Clorox Disinfecting Wipes Good or better, safest first

Clorox Disinfecting Wipes

Clorox Disinfecting Wipes

Clorox Disinfecting Wipes

Nonwoven polypropylene substrate with disinfectant surfactants

PFAS Grade75Excellent
Overall Grade43Poor
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Sodium hypochlorite (bleach) irritation and inhalation

Clorox wipes contain 0.55% sodium hypochlorite by typical formulation. Exposure to bleach…

45
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Undisclosed surfactant composition

Clorox does not publicly detail surfactant types or concentrations. Some surfactants can…

70

Polypropylene substrate degradation over time

The nonwoven polypropylene substrate can degrade if exposed to heat, sunlight, or…

70
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Residual bleach on food-contact surfaces

If Clorox wipes are used on cutting boards, utensils, or countertops without rinsing…

45

Skip until Clorox discloses PFAS status, wipes are not an essential purchase.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Clorox Disinfecting Wipes 5 x 85 Carton

Clorox Disinfecting Wipes

5 x 85 Carton

nonwoven fabric wipes (likely polypropylene/polyester blend); active ingredients, sodium hypochlorite, surfactants

PFAS Grade75Excellent
Overall Grade53Good
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Sodium hypochlorite irritation (eyes, skin, respiratory)

Clorox Disinfecting Wipes contain sodium hypochlorite at concentrations designed for…

45
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Surfactant skin sensitization

Wipes contain surfactants to aid disinfectant spread and cleaning. Some individuals may…

70
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Microplastic shedding from nonwoven substrate

Nonwoven polypropylene or polyester fibers may shed microfibers during use, particularly…

70
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Chemical residues on treated surfaces

If sodium hypochlorite is not fully wiped away from food contact surfaces (cutting…

70

Low concern, yet Clorox hasn't publicly stated its PFAS position.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

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