Cleaning Wipes, ranked by PFAS safety
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Clorox Disinfecting Wipes
Clorox Disinfecting Wipes 5 x 85 Carton
Low concern, yet Clorox hasn't publicly stated its PFAS position.
Seventh Generation
Seventh Generation Multi Wipes
Low risk, no known PFAS need in this category; brand discloses nothing.
Seventh Generation Disinfecting Wipes
Disinfecting Wipes Seventh Generation
Low risk, Seventh Generation's transparent stance and third-party certifications support a safer choice.
Worth buying Good or Excellent, safest first
Seventh Generation Disinfecting Wipes
Disinfecting Wipes Seventh Generation
nonwoven fabric (polypropylene/polyester blend), quaternary ammonium disinfectant
Quaternary ammonium (quat) skin irritation
Limited concern
Respiratory irritation from quat aerosol
Limited concern
Low risk, Seventh Generation's transparent stance and third-party certifications support a safer choice.
✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party
Seventh Generation
Multi Wipes
nonwoven fabric blend (cellulose/synthetic fibers)
Skin irritation from quaternary ammonium compounds
Limited concern
Eye irritation
Limited concern
Low risk, no known PFAS need in this category; brand discloses nothing.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
Seventh Generation
Botanical Disinfecting Wipes 7 x 8 70 Count (6/Carton)
nonwoven fabric wipes (likely polypropylene or cellulose blend)
Fragrance allergens and skin irritant potential
Limited concern
Nonwoven substrate microfiber shedding
Limited concern
Respiratory irritant from aerosolized spray during use
Limited concern
Low risk, no known PFAS trigger; brand does not explicitly disclose PFAS absence.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
Clorox
Disinfecting Cleaning Wipes Variety Pack, Bleach Free, Fresh Scent and Crisp Lemon, 35 Count Each, Pack of 3, Size: 105 ct
nonwoven fabric wipes (polyester/polypropylene blend)
Quat (quaternary ammonium) residue on food-contact surfaces
Limited concern
Fragrance allergens in 'Fresh Scent' and 'Crisp Lemon' formulations
Limited concern
Nonwoven fiber shedding and microfiber dispersal
Limited concern
Skin irritation from quat solution with prolonged contact
Limited concern
Low concern, though Clorox offers no transparency on PFAS.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
Clorox
Bleach Germicidal Wipes 12 x 12
Nonwoven polypropylene wipe with sodium hypochlorite bleach solution
Sodium hypochlorite reactivity and inhalation risk
Limited concern
Chemical reaction with ammonia or acids
Moderate concern
Skin sensitization or irritation from bleach or wipe substrate
Limited concern
Low concern, bleach wipes skip typical PFAS triggers, though Clorox hasn't disclosed PFAS status.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
Clorox Disinfecting Wipes
Clorox Disinfecting Wipes
Nonwoven polypropylene substrate with disinfectant surfactants
Sodium hypochlorite (bleach) irritation and inhalation
Moderate concern
Undisclosed surfactant composition
Limited concern
Polypropylene substrate degradation over time
Limited concern
Residual bleach on food-contact surfaces
Moderate concern
Skip until Clorox discloses PFAS status, wipes are not an essential purchase.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
Lysol Disinfecting Wipes
Disinfecting Wipes Lysol
nonwoven fabric blend (polypropylene/polyester base), aqueous disinfectant formulation
Quaternary ammonium compound (quat) inhalation and skin sensitization
Limited concern
Incomplete formula disclosure
Moderate concern
Microplastic shedding from nonwoven substrate
Limited concern
Silent on PFAS; formula opacity warrants caution despite no obvious fluorinated triggers.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
Lysol Disinfecting Wipes
Lysol Brand New Day Disinfecting Wipes
nonwoven fabric (cellulose/polypropylene blend), aqueous disinfectant solution
Quaternary ammonium compound (quat) sensitization
Limited concern
Preservative or fragrance allergens
Limited concern
Aqueous liquid leachate into skin or eyes on contact
Moderate concern
PFAS
Limited concern
Disinfectant wipes have no known reason to contain PFAS; Lysol does not disclose coating details.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
Lysol Disinfecting Wipes
Lemon Lime Blossom 15 Count
nonwoven fabric wipes (likely polypropylene/polyester blend)
PFAS
Limited concern
Isopropyl alcohol inhalation risk
Moderate concern
Preservative allergens and irritants
Limited concern
Package closure integrity and bacterial regrowth
Limited concern
Skip until brand discloses PFAS content or testing, wipes often use fluorinated biocides.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
Clorox
Disinfecting Cleaning Wipes Variety Pack
nonwoven fabric wipes with surfactants and disinfectants
Quaternary ammonium compound (quat) sensitization and irritation
Moderate concern
Microfiber shedding and environmental persistence
High concern
Fragrance allergens (in scented varieties)
Limited concern
PFAS
Limited concern
Skip or contact Clorox; no public PFAS commitment for a product category where PFAS-based coatings are common.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
Clorox
Disinfecting Cleaning Wipes 3-Pack
nonwoven fabric (polypropylene, polyester blend), disinfectant active ingredient unknown composition
Undisclosed disinfectant chemistry and hidden actives
Moderate concern
Preservative sensitization and skin irritation
Limited concern
Inhalation risk from vapors during use
Limited concern
Eye and mucous membrane irritation from active ingredients
Moderate concern
Skip or contact Clorox, no PFAS transparency on disinfectant chemistry.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
Clorox
Healthcare Germicidal Bleach Wipes
nonwoven wipe substrate (likely polypropylene/cellulose blend) with bleach solution
Sodium hypochlorite (bleach) skin and mucous membrane irritation
High concern
Nonwoven substrate degradation and microfiber shedding
Limited concern
Chemical residue on surfaces after disinfection
Moderate concern
Chlorine gas release if mixed with ammonia or other cleaners
High concern
Lower concern for PFAS; Clorox provides no transparency on wipe composition or chemical treatments.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
Clorox
Bleach Disinfecting Wipes - (300) Individually Wrapped Wipes (31424)
Nonwoven wipe (cellulose/polypropylene blend); active ingredient sodium hypochlorite
Skin and eye irritation from sodium hypochlorite
Moderate concern
Respiratory irritation from bleach vapor
Moderate concern
Chemical incompatibility hazards
High concern
Surface corrosion from hypochlorite exposure
Moderate concern
Low concern for typical use, but Clorox hasn't disclosed PFAS status.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
Clorox Disinfecting Wipes
5 x 85 Carton
nonwoven fabric wipes (likely polypropylene/polyester blend); active ingredients, sodium hypochlorite, surfactants
Sodium hypochlorite irritation (eyes, skin, respiratory)
Moderate concern
Surfactant skin sensitization
Limited concern
Microplastic shedding from nonwoven substrate
Limited concern
Chemical residues on treated surfaces
Limited concern
Low concern, yet Clorox hasn't publicly stated its PFAS position.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
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