Carbona · Fabric Stain Guard Sprays
Carbona Stain Devils Grass Dirt & Makeup Stain Remover
Liquid cleaner with no known PFAS use; limited brand transparency.
Carbona Stain Devils is a liquid solvent with no disclosed PFAS. Full formulation transparency is absent.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
Liquid cleaning solvent, formulation unspecified
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Carbona Stain Devils Grass Stain Remover is made of, ingredients and materials
Carbona Stain Devils is a liquid solvent-based stain remover; the specific active ingredients and solvent type are not disclosed on publicly available product labeling or safety data sheets accessible to consumers. Typical stain removers in this category use aliphatic hydrocarbons, alcohols, or glycol ethers as cleaning agents. Without manufacturer transparency on formulation, assessment of volatile organic compound (VOC) profile, flammability, or skin/respiratory irritant potential relies on product warnings and category norms rather than confirmed composition for this specific formulation.
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.
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and respiratory irritation
Solvent-based stain removers typically emit vapors; specific VOC load is not disclosed for this product. Inhalation without ventilation poses respiratory irritant risk, particularly for users with asthma or chemical sensitivities.
Skin sensitization and contact irritation
Liquid organic solvents commonly cause dermal irritation or allergic contact dermatitis. Carbona labeling advises against skin contact, but ingredient-level transparency is absent, preventing specific allergen or irritant identification.
Flammability hazard
Carbona Stain Devils is labeled as flammable; storage and use near ignition sources (pilot lights, cigarettes, hot surfaces) poses fire risk. This is inherent to solvent-based formulations and is clearly communicated on the product label.
Fabric damage or discoloration
Solvent-based products can strip dyes, weaken fibers, or leave marks on delicate or synthetic textiles if not tested first. No product-specific testing guidance is provided by the brand beyond a generic spot-test recommendation.
Incomplete ingredient disclosure
Absence of a detailed safety data sheet or ingredient list prevents independent hazard assessment. Users cannot verify whether the formulation includes hazardous glycol ethers, cyclohexane, or other solvents with known reproductive or neurological effects.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Carbona is a long-established U.S. stain-removal brand with no documented major recalls or safety controversies related to this product line. The brand does not publish detailed safety data sheets or ingredient lists on its website; safety information is limited to warning labels on packaging. No third-party certifications (such as EPA Safer Choice, Cradle to Cradle, or similar) are evident for this product, and the company has not made public commitments to phasing out hazardous chemicals or improving transparency.
How it compares in its category
Spot-treatment liquid solvents like this are common and typically carry moderate hazard profiles due to volatile organic content and flammability. Competitors range from plant-based enzyme blends (lower VOC risk) to straight hydrocarbon formulations (similar concern profile to this product). Carbona's lack of eco-labeling or reformulation announcements positions it as a conventional, mid-tier option without differentiation on safety or sustainability grounds compared to major commercial alternatives.
If you buy it
Use only in well-ventilated areas, outdoors, or near an open window to reduce inhalation of volatile fumes. Avoid skin contact; wear gloves and do not use on delicate, heat-sensitive, or synthetic fabrics without testing on a hidden area first. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame, as solvent-based products are often flammable. Wash treated fabric thoroughly after stain removal and allow to air-dry completely before wearing or storing.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 65% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Carbona has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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