Liquid Laundry Detergent
Lower concern liquid detergent with third-party PFAS-free certification.
Cleancult liquid detergent carries MADE SAFE certification and publicly claims PFAS-free formulation. No known PFAS-containing ingredients typical in this product category.
Brand says: “PFAS-free formulation; MADE SAFE certified”
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
water and plant-based surfactants
Brand disclosure
Brand claims PFAS-free
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Liquid Laundry Detergent is made of, ingredients and materials
Cleancult's liquid detergent is formulated with water and plant-based surfactants rather than petroleum-derived or synthetic alternatives. Plant-based surfactants (typically derived from coconut, corn, or other botanical sources) are designed to be more readily biodegradable than conventional surfactants and to reduce accumulation in aquatic ecosystems. The absence of synthetic fragrance allergens and dyes in plant-based formulations is also lower-concern for skin contact exposure compared to conventionally fragranced detergents.
What’s concerning
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
Skin and eye irritation from concentrated surfactants
All liquid detergents, including plant-based formulations, are surfactant concentrates and can cause irritation if contacted undiluted. Cleancult's plant-based surfactants are generally milder than synthetic alternatives, but concentrated direct contact with eyes or abraded skin is a known hazard class for all laundry detergents.
Ingestion toxicity (children/pets)
Laundry detergents, including plant-based types, remain a significant source of poisoning calls in children under 5; liquid detergent pods are highest risk, though concentrated liquids also pose hazard. No brand-specific incident data is available for Cleancult, but this is an established category-wide hazard requiring childproof storage and supervision.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Third-party PFAS-free verification
A third party reports verifying this product as PFAS-free.
Fragrance allergens and sensitizers
Plant-based detergent formulations typically omit synthetic fragrance blends, reducing the allergen load common in conventional detergents. No specific fragrance-related sensitization reports are on record for Cleancult's formula.
1,4-dioxane contamination
1,4-dioxane is a known contaminant in some conventional detergent surfactants (particularly ethoxylated compounds). Plant-based surfactant systems are not established sources of 1,4-dioxane, and no manufacturing or testing data suggests this is a concern for Cleancult's formula.
Heavy metals
Plant-based surfactants can theoretically concentrate trace metals from soil if sourcing controls are absent. Cleancult does not disclose heavy-metal testing; however, no recalls or contamination reports are on record, and this is not an established hazard for mainstream plant-derived detergents with responsible sourcing.
Source, FDA ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Cleancult has made an explicit PFAS-free claim and holds third-party certification for that commitment, which is publicly documented. The brand emphasizes plant-based and biodegradable ingredients as a core positioning, and ingredient transparency is common in direct-to-consumer detergent marketing. No established recalls or major safety controversies are on record for this product line as of available public information.
How it compares in its category
Plant-based liquid detergents occupy a lower-hazard segment compared to conventional heavy-duty detergents, which often contain synthetic fragrance mixes, optical brighteners, or enzyme blends that carry potential sensitization risk. Cleancult's third-party PFAS-free certification is a competitive differentiator, since many mainstream detergents have not been tested or certified for PFAS absence. Liquid formulations in general reduce dust inhalation risk compared to powder detergents, and plant-based versions further reduce synthetic chemical load in wastewater.
If you buy it
Follow label dosing guidance to avoid overuse, which increases residue on fabrics and in rinse water; plant-based surfactants still require adequate rinsing. Store in a cool, dry place away from children and pets, as with all detergents; ingestion remains a poisoning hazard. Check the bottle for leaks before use and ensure the cap seals properly after each use to prevent spills. For sensitive skin, perform a patch rinse test on a small garment section first, though plant-based formulas carry lower fragrance-allergen burden than conventional options.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 82% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Cleancult has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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