ECOS Dish Soap – Almond
Low PFAS risk; MADE SAFE certified liquid dish soap.
ECOS Dish Soap is a plant-based liquid cleanser with MADE SAFE certification, which excludes PFAS-containing ingredients. No evidence of PFAS use in formulation or manufacturing.
Brand says: “ECOS products are formulated without PFAS; MADE SAFE certified”
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
plant-derived surfactants, water, essential oils
Brand disclosure
Brand claims PFAS-free
Lab data
No public lab test
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What ECOS Dish Soap – Almond is made of, ingredients and materials
ECOS Almond uses plant-derived surfactants (coconut and palm oils) rather than petroleum-based detergents, plus water and essential oils for fragrance. Plant surfactants are biodegradable and have a lower toxicological profile than traditional anionic or cationic synthetics. The almond fragrance is derived from essential oils, which carry lower concern for irritation compared to synthetic fragrance mixes, though individual sensitivities to limonene or other natural volatiles remain possible. No synthetic dyes, phosphates, or ammonia are documented in the formulation.
What’s concerning
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
Fragrance sensitization (natural essential oils)
Almond fragrance from essential oils may trigger contact dermatitis or respiratory irritation in individuals with fragrance allergies. The concentration and specific essential oil composition are not detailed on public labels, so individual risk varies.
Skin sensitization from residual processing chemicals
Plant surfactant extraction and refining can leave trace impurities. MADE SAFE testing mitigates this risk, but individuals with very sensitive or compromised skin barriers may still experience mild irritation from residual plant material or natural allergens.
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.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
MADE SAFE certification explicitly tests for and excludes formaldehyde releasers. No formaldehyde-donating preservatives are documented in ECOS dish soap formulations.
Source, ATSDR ↗Heavy metals
ECOS Almond contains no synthetic dyes; it derives color from the plant surfactants and essential oils themselves. MADE SAFE third-party testing includes lead, cadmium, and arsenic screening, with no public recalls or violations.
Source, FDA ↗1,4-dioxane (manufacturing byproduct in ethoxylated surfactants)
Plant-derived surfactants from coconut do not require ethoxylation steps that generate 1,4-dioxane. No contamination with this byproduct is on record; MADE SAFE certification does not flag it.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
ECOS (made by Earth Friendly Products) holds MADE SAFE certification, a rigorous third-party standard that tests for formaldehyde, heavy metals, phthalates, and other restricted chemicals. The brand makes explicit PFAS-free claims and does not use intentional PFAS additives in liquid dish soap. Disclosure on the label and website is straightforward; no significant regulatory or safety controversies are on record for this product line.
How it compares in its category
Most conventional dish soaps rely on synthetic surfactants (sodium dodecyl sulfate, linear alkylbenzene sulfonates) and often include synthetic fragrance, dyes, and preservatives. ECOS Almond sits at the lower-chemical end of the market by avoiding those synthetics and choosing plant-based alternatives. It is more expensive per ounce than mass-market brands but comparable in price to other plant-derived or eco-labeled soaps (Seventh Generation, Mrs. Meyer's).
If you buy it
Dish soap is meant for hand washing and rinsing; no ingestion or prolonged skin contact is intended. Keep the bottle sealed and store away from heat or direct sunlight to preserve essential oils and prevent oxidation. For sensitive skin, rinse hands thoroughly after use; the plant surfactants are gentler than industrial detergents but may still irritate if left on wet hands. Standard use requires no special precautions beyond normal dishwashing practice.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 85% 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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