Bissell · Fabric Stain Guard Sprays
Bissell Upholstery And Carpet Cleaner 78H63
Liquid cleaner carries no known PFAS risk, limited disclosure provided.
This is a liquid cleaning product rather than a treated textile or coated surface. Bissell makes no PFAS disclosure, but cleaners typically pose lower PFAS concern than water-repellent apparel or nonstick cookware.
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Material
Liquid carpet and upholstery cleaner formulation
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
What Bissell Upholstery And Carpet Cleaner is made of, ingredients and materials
The Bissell 78H63 is a ready-to-use liquid surfactant and detergent formulation designed for spot and deep cleaning of upholstered fabrics and carpets. Liquid cleaners of this type typically contain anionic and nonionic surfactants, water, and preservatives, with no solid coating or ceramic matrix that could degrade or leach metals. The liquid format eliminates concerns about particulate shedding or degradation into drinking water; residue remains on fabric surfaces during application and is rinsed away during extraction cycles.
What’s concerning
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement from the brand about PFAS in this product.
Surfactant-induced skin or eye irritation
Undisclosed surfactant types in this formulation carry inherent risk of irritation if contacted directly or in high concentration. Likelihood depends on specific anionic/nonionic blend, which Bissell does not publish; typical liquid cleaners of this market tier pose mild-to-moderate irritation risk if splashed.
Volatile organic compound (VOC) off-gassing
Liquid cleaners may contain trace solvents or volatile fragrance compounds that can off-gas during application and drying. The 78H63 product label does not specify VOC content or fragrance composition; risk is low to moderate in well-ventilated spaces but higher in enclosed or poorly aired rooms.
Residual surfactant attraction of soils and mold
Improper rinsing of carpet after cleaning allows surfactant residue to remain, which can trap dirt and dust and promote mold growth in damp conditions. This is a known outcome of liquid carpet-cleaner use across the category, not specific to Bissell, but user-dependent on rinse thoroughness.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Preservative allergens or contact sensitizers
No specific preservatives are listed on publicly accessible product information. Standard preservatives in liquid cleaners (methylchloroisothiazolinone, phenoxyethanol) are regulated and low-incidence allergens; no recalls or complaints specific to this product have been identified.
Heavy metals
Liquid cleaners do not typically require pigmentation or opacifying agents that would introduce lead, cadmium, or antimony. No regulatory findings or recall data point to metal contamination in Bissell carpet-cleaner products.
Source, FDA ↗The full breakdown
The brand's record and disclosure
Bissell does not publish detailed ingredient lists or toxicological certifications for this product in publicly available safety databases. The company has not faced major recalls or regulatory findings specific to carpet-cleaner formulations. Bissell markets to mainstream consumers and maintains basic compliance with EPA and consumer-product labeling standards, though transparency on surfactant type and preservative choice is minimal. No PFAS disclosure statements have been identified for this product line.
How it compares in its category
Liquid carpet cleaners as a category carry lower hazard burden than spray foam or powder alternatives because they pose no inhalation or particulate-dust risk during application. The 78H63 sits in Bissell's entry-to-mid-market tier; it does not advertise eco-certifications (e.g., EcoLogo, Green Seal) that would indicate third-party chemical vetting. Compared to plant-derived or hypoallergenic formulations, this product offers no special transparency or reduced-chemical positioning.
If you buy it
Follow label instructions for dilution and test on an inconspicuous area of carpet or upholstery before full application to check for dye bleeding or fabric damage. Ensure good ventilation during use to avoid inhalation of aerosolized cleaner from extraction equipment. Rinse treated areas thoroughly with clean water to remove surfactant residue, which can attract dirt if left behind. Store in a cool, dry place away from heat sources and out of reach of children; do not ingest or allow prolonged skin contact.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 65% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Bissell has made none
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