Zep Review, Is Zep Non-Toxic?
Zep averages 57 out of 100 on PFAS Authority's PFAS and toxin screen across the 12 Zep products graded as of October 2026, and 4 of them reach its 70 point pass mark.
Zep grades Good on our four-band scale. On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. See what every brand has published about PFAS for how that compares.
PFAS Authority is a scoring system, not a laboratory. We do not test products ourselves. Grades are model-based, built from published ingredients, materials, certifications, brand disclosures and third-party lab results where they exist. See the rubric.
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- organic cotton, natural latex, coconut coir, recycled steel coils
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Air and Fabric Odor Eliminator
- Odor eliminator spray, likely water-based with activated charcoal or mineral absorbents
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Inhalation exposure from spray delivery, Spray application creates fine mist that can be inhaled. Water-based…
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Air & Fabric Refresher RTU 32 oz. Spray Bottles/Case
- Aqueous fragrance solution in plastic spray bottle
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- Fragrance allergens and respiratory sensitizers, Zep does not disclose specific fragrance components (typical…
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Instant Carpet & Upholstery Spot Remover
- Liquid surfactant cleaning solution
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Residual surfactant buildup on fabric, If spot remover is not adequately rinsed, surfactant residue can…
4 hazards checked on this product. See all of them.
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X-out Ii
- Cleaning solution, proprietary surfactants
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Acute skin and eye irritation, Industrial surfactant formulations are designed to break down lipids and oils…
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Professional Vinyl and Rubber Protectant
- silicone-based protectant (vinyl/rubber conditioner)
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) and respiratory irritation, Silicone protectants typically contain…
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Protect-All Surface Protectant
- Unknown polymer-based protective coating
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- PFAS, Grade 50/100 indicates moderate concern. Zep has not publicly confirmed PFAS-free status; many fabric…
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Surface Protectant Aerosol Can PK12
- aerosol formulation, unspecified coating/protectant
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- PFAS, Typical fabric guard aerosols use fluorinated polymers; Zep has not disclosed whether this product…
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Good Stuff Vinyl, Rubber & Leather Protectant, 18 oz, Leather Scent, 12/Case
- proprietary protectant blend, unspecified active ingredients
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
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Furniture Polish, Aerosol Spray Can, 16 oz Container Size, Liquid, Lemon, 12 PK [PK/12] Model, 6701
- Liquid polish formulation, aerosol carrier, unspecified surfactants and waxes
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) inhalation from aerosol, Aerosol delivery inherently releases propellants…
5 hazards checked on this product. See all of them.
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Sheen Furniture Polish
- liquid polish blend, composition not fully disclosed
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) / off-gassing, Furniture polishes typically contain mineral oils and…
5 hazards checked on this product. See all of them.
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Protect-All
- proprietary protectant coating, unclear composition
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- VOC and solvent off-gassing, Proprietary coatings often contain organic solvents or volatile carriers that…
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Surface Protectant, Water, Liquid, Exterior, Pail, Sealers, 5 gal Container Size, Spray Sealer
- Water-based sealer coating, composition unspecified
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and inhalation risk, Water-based formulations still contain VOCs from…
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Find an alternative on AmazonZep and PFAS, common questions
- Does Zep have PFAS?
- Zep averages 57 out of 100 on PFAS Authority's PFAS and toxin screen across the 12 Zep products graded as of October 2026, and 4 of them reach its 70 point pass mark. Grades are model-based estimates built from published materials, ingredients and disclosures, not lab tests.
- Is Zep non-toxic?
- Zep Air and Fabric Odor Eliminator is the highest-graded Zep product we have scored, at 85/100. It depends on the product line rather than the brand, so check the grade of the exact item you are buying.
- Which Zep products are lower concern for PFAS?
- The highest-graded Zep products we have scored are Zep Air and Fabric Odor Eliminator, Zep Air & Fabric Refresher RTU 32 oz. Spray Bottles/Case, Zep Instant Carpet & Upholstery Spot Remover. That is our model-based estimate from materials and public disclosure, not a lab test.
- Which Zep products should I avoid?
- The lowest-graded Zep products we have scored are Zep Surface Protectant, Water, Liquid, Exterior, Pail, Sealers, 5 gal Container Size, Spray Sealer, Zep Protect-All, Zep Sheen Furniture Polish. Each one links to the evidence behind its grade.
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