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Zep Review, Is Zep Non-Toxic?

The verdict
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.
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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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  • polypropylene filter housing, carbon/sediment cartridge
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AQUASURE Premier Series 75 GPD Under Sink Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration System

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100ExcellentPFAS grade
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Avocado Vegan Mattress

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Vegan Mattress

100ExcellentPFAS grade
✓ MADE SAFE Certified✓ Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS)
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Zep Air and Fabric Odor Eliminator

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Air and Fabric Odor Eliminator

85ExcellentPFAS grade
  • 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…

4 hazards checked on this product. See all of them.

Zep Air & Fabric Refresher RTU 32 oz. Spray Bottles/Case

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Air & Fabric Refresher RTU 32 oz. Spray Bottles/Case

85ExcellentPFAS grade
  • Aqueous fragrance solution in plastic spray bottle
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
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Zep Instant Carpet & Upholstery Spot Remover

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Instant Carpet & Upholstery Spot Remover

85ExcellentPFAS grade
  • 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.

Zep X-out Ii

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X-out Ii

85ExcellentPFAS grade
  • Cleaning solution, proprietary surfactants
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
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Zep Professional Vinyl and Rubber Protectant

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Professional Vinyl and Rubber Protectant

50GoodPFAS grade
  • silicone-based protectant (vinyl/rubber conditioner)
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
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ZEP Protect-All Surface Protectant

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Protect-All Surface Protectant

50GoodPFAS grade
  • Unknown polymer-based protective coating
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
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ZEP Surface Protectant Aerosol Can PK12

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Surface Protectant Aerosol Can PK12

50GoodPFAS grade
  • aerosol formulation, unspecified coating/protectant
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ZEP Good Stuff Vinyl, Rubber & Leather Protectant, 18 oz, Leather Scent, 12/Case

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Good Stuff Vinyl, Rubber & Leather Protectant, 18 oz, Leather Scent, 12/Case

50GoodPFAS grade
  • proprietary protectant blend, unspecified active ingredients
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
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Zep Furniture Polish, Aerosol Spray Can, 16 oz Container Size, Liquid, Lemon, 12 PK [PK/12] Model, 6701

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Furniture Polish, Aerosol Spray Can, 16 oz Container Size, Liquid, Lemon, 12 PK [PK/12] Model, 6701

40PoorPFAS grade
  • Liquid polish formulation, aerosol carrier, unspecified surfactants and waxes
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Zep Sheen Furniture Polish

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Sheen Furniture Polish

40PoorPFAS grade
  • 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…

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Zep Protect-All

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Protect-All

30PoorPFAS grade
  • proprietary protectant coating, unclear composition
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
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Zep Surface Protectant, Water, Liquid, Exterior, Pail, Sealers, 5 gal Container Size, Spray Sealer

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Surface Protectant, Water, Liquid, Exterior, Pail, Sealers, 5 gal Container Size, Spray Sealer

30PoorPFAS grade
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Zep 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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