Clorox All Purpose Cleaner
Liquid cleaner with no public PFAS claims. Limited transparency.
Clorox All Purpose Cleaner is a liquid surfactant-based product with no disclosed PFAS content or third-party verification. Standard household cleaners rarely require PFAS, but the brand provides no transparency on formulation.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
Water-based aqueous cleaning concentrate
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Clorox All Purpose Cleaner is made of, ingredients and materials
Clorox All Purpose Cleaner is a water-based aqueous concentrate formulated with surfactants, alkaline builders, and fragrance to cut grease and disinfect hard surfaces. The concentrate format means users dilute it before application, reducing exposure to active ingredients per unit use. As a liquid cleaner rather than aerosol or powder, it poses no inhalation risk from particulates or volatile organic compounds during normal application.
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 skin and eye irritation
All-purpose cleaners contain surfactants that can irritate skin and eyes if concentrate contacts them directly or if diluted solution contacts eyes; this is inherent to the product category, not specific to Clorox's formulation.
Fragrance allergens
The product contains fragrance ingredients; some individuals may experience allergic contact dermatitis or respiratory sensitivity to fragrance components, though rates vary by individual.
Chemical reactivity if mixed
Mixing with bleach, ammonia, or acid-based products generates toxic chlorine or chloramine gas; this is a well-documented risk with all chlorinated cleaners and is flagged on product labeling.
What’s reassuring
Heavy metals
No public record of lead, cadmium, or other heavy metal contamination in Clorox All Purpose Cleaner; this hazard is not established for this product.
Source, FDA ↗Volatile organic compound emissions
As a water-based liquid cleaner, this product poses no established risk of VOC off-gassing during storage or use; fragrance may contribute minor volatile compounds but is typical and low-concern in diluted household use.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Clorox maintains FDA recognition for antimicrobial efficacy but has published limited ingredient transparency on this specific product beyond standard safety data sheets. The brand has no established history of product recalls for this cleaner category related to chemical hazards. Clorox's public disclosure on PFAS use in cleaners is silent, and this product carries no public claim of PFAS-free formulation.
How it compares in its category
All-purpose cleaners in this category typically contain surfactants and mild alkalis; Clorox's formulation is conventional and sits within normal bounds for household cleaning products. Products marketed as fragrance-free or unscented alternatives exist but offer no material safety advantage for users who follow dilution instructions. Vinegar or baking soda solutions pose lower chemical exposure but offer narrower cleaning range.
If you buy it
Always dilute as labeled on the bottle; undiluted concentrate may cause skin or eye irritation. Store in a cool, dry place away from children and pets, and keep the cap sealed to prevent evaporation and odor escape. Do not mix with bleach or ammonia-based products. For routine surface cleaning, standard ventilation is sufficient; no special equipment or exhaust is required.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 45% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Clorox has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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- A third party reports verifying it as PFAS-free
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2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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