Carbona · Fabric Stain Guard Sprays
Carbona Stain Remover Push & Wipe 3 Pk
Liquid stain remover with no documented PFAS risk factors identified.
Carbona stain remover is a solvent-based liquid without disclosed PFAS, water-repellent treatments, or grease-resistant coatings. Lower concern product for typical furniture spot cleaning use.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
Liquid stain remover, solvent-based formula
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Carbona Stain Remover Push & Wipe 3 Pk is made of, ingredients and materials
Carbona Stain Remover is a solvent-based liquid formula, typically containing petroleum distillates or similar organic solvents designed to break down oils, grease, and protein-based stains on fabric. The active chemistry works by dissolving stain compounds rather than surfactants alone, which is why ventilation and skin contact avoidance are critical during application. Solvent-based removers are potent but require careful handling to avoid inhalation of vapors or skin irritation.
What’s concerning
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement from the brand about PFAS in this product.
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
Volatile organic compound (VOC) inhalation risk
Solvent-based formulas release VOC vapors during application and open-air drying. Prolonged inhalation in poorly ventilated spaces can cause headache, dizziness, and respiratory irritation; no specific air quality testing for this product is on public record.
Skin and eye irritation from solvent contact
Petroleum distillates and similar solvents used in this product are known skin and mucous membrane irritants. Direct contact or splash can cause redness, burning, or temporary eye damage; label warnings reflect this standard hazard.
Flammability of solvent base
Solvent-based stain removers are flammable liquids; NFPA or similar classifications typically apply. Risk is low during normal use but increases near open flames, cigarettes, or electrical heating devices.
Fabric damage or dye bleeding
Strong solvents can affect delicate fabrics, synthetic blends, or dyes not tested by the user beforehand. Carbona's label recommends pre-testing, but damage from improper application or fabric incompatibility is not tracked as a formal recall.
Acute toxicity if ingested
Solvent-based removers are harmful if swallowed; poisoning risk is significant, especially for children. Standard child-resistant packaging and poison control warnings apply to this product class.
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 stain care brand with a product history spanning decades; the company does not publicly disclose detailed ingredient lists or third-party safety certifications on its main marketing materials. No widespread recalls or regulatory actions specific to this product line are on public record. The brand's stance on hazard transparency is minimal, relying instead on standard product warning labels.
How it compares in its category
Solvent-based stain removers like Carbona are more aggressive than enzymatic or oxygen-based alternatives, making them effective on stubborn stains but requiring stricter handling precautions. Water-based stain removers and enzyme-based products avoid volatile organic compound (VOC) inhalation risks entirely but are less effective on oil and grease. Carbona occupies the traditional chemical-based middle ground, balancing efficacy against user safety requirements.
If you buy it
Use only in well-ventilated areas or outdoors to minimize inhalation exposure; wear gloves and avoid prolonged skin contact. Test on a hidden fabric area first to check for discoloration or damage. Apply directly to the stain, let sit briefly, and blot or rinse according to label directions. Do not use near heat sources or open flames, as solvent vapors are flammable. Store in a cool, well-sealed location away from children and pets.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 72% 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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