ECOS All-Purpose Cleaner - Parsley
Low PFAS risk. Third-party certified cleaner, no coatings involved.
Liquid all-purpose cleaner with plant-based formula and MADE SAFE certification. No PFAS-prone coatings or treatments in a simple surfactant product.
Brand says: “ECOS products are formulated without PFAS and certified by MADE SAFE”
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
water, botanical surfactants, essential oil (parsley), preservatives
Brand disclosure
Third-party verified PFAS-free
Lab data
No public lab test
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What ECOS All-Purpose Cleaner - Parsley is made of, ingredients and materials
ECOS All-Purpose Cleaner is a water-based formula using plant-derived surfactants (not petroleum) and parsley essential oil as the active botanical ingredient, plus preservatives to prevent microbial growth in the bottle. The absence of synthetic detergents, phosphates, and chlorine reduces skin and respiratory irritant potential compared to conventional cleaners. Essential oils like parsley can be volatile and may cause sensitivity in individuals with fragrance allergies, but concentrations in rinse-off cleaners are typically low-exposure.
What’s concerning
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
Fragrance allergens (parsley essential oil)
Essential oils are volatile and can trigger allergic contact dermatitis or respiratory sensitivity in susceptible individuals. Parsley oil is not listed as a known allergen of major concern, but any botanical fragrance carries low-level risk, particularly for those with multiple fragrance sensitivities.
Skin irritation from botanical surfactants
Plant-derived surfactants are generally milder than petroleum surfactants but can still cause mild irritation or dermatitis with prolonged or undiluted contact. For routine cleaning with gloves or diluted use, irritation risk is low.
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.
Preservative breakdown and microbial growth
No reported incidents of bacterial or fungal contamination in ECOS cleaners are on record. Water-based formulas require preservatives; if the product is stored improperly or after long shelf life, preservative efficacy may decline, but this is a use-condition issue, not a manufacturing defect.
Heavy metals
No recalls or test reports of heavy metal contamination in ECOS All-Purpose Cleaners are documented. Third-party certifications (EPA Safer Choice) include screening for this class of hazard, reducing likelihood of unreported contamination.
Source, FDA ↗Formaldehyde / VOCs
ECOS publicly discloses preservative systems; the brand does not list 1,4-dioxane or formaldehyde-releasing agents such as DMDM hydantoin or imidazolidinyl urea. However, without independent lab confirmation, absence from labeling does not guarantee trace contaminant absence.
Source, ATSDR ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
ECOS (Earth Friendly Products) is owned by Lavo Inc. and has a long-standing transparency profile; the brand discloses ingredient lists openly and has pursued third-party certifications including EPA Safer Choice and Green Seal. No major recalls or undisclosed contamination incidents are on record for this product line. The brand's PFAS stance is verified by third parties, reflecting commitment to avoiding per- and polyfluorinated chemicals in formulations and packaging.
How it compares in its category
Botanical surfactant cleaners like ECOS occupy a lower-chemical tier compared to conventional ammonia or bleach-based all-purpose cleaners, which carry higher respiratory and sensitization risks. They are broadly comparable to other certified plant-based cleaners (Seventh Generation, Mrs. Meyer's) in hazard profile. ECOS's parsley variant is not chemically distinct from the brand's other essential oil lines; the choice is primarily olfactory and preference-based rather than a safety differentiator within the product line.
If you buy it
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve essential oil potency and prevent preservative degradation. Use with adequate ventilation if sensitive to fragrance; rinse skin immediately if contact occurs. For typical household surfaces (countertops, tile, sealed wood), dilution is optional; for delicate finishes, dilute 1:1 with water. Replace when the liquid darkens or develops an off smell, indicating microbial or oxidative breakdown of preservatives (typically 1 to 2 years if sealed).
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
- Ecos has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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