Fabuloso · All-Purpose Cleaner
Fabuloso 2X Multi-Purpose Cleaner Bleach Alternative, Spring Fresh Scent
Skip. Liquid cleaners rarely contain PFAS, but brand discloses nothing.
Fabuloso is a conventional multi-purpose cleaner with no known PFAS-typical applications. No transparency on formula composition or PFAS testing; consider brands with third-party verification if concerned.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
aqueous cleaning solution, surfactants, dyes, fragrance
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Fabuloso 2X Multi-Purpose Fresh Scent is made of, ingredients and materials
Fabuloso 2X is an aqueous surfactant-based cleaner diluted in water, with synthetic dyes and fragrance compounds added for color and scent. The 2X designation indicates higher surfactant concentration than standard Fabuloso, meaning stronger cleaning power per dilution but also greater potential for skin irritation if used undiluted. No harsh solvents, bleach, or corrosive bases are present in this formulation, which is why it is marketed as a 'bleach alternative.'
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.
Synthetic fragrance allergens
Fabuloso 2X lists 'fragrance' (Spring Fresh scent) as a component. Fragrance blends in household cleaners may contain undisclosed allergens such as limonene or linalool, which can trigger respiratory or skin sensitization in vulnerable individuals; however, no product-specific allergic reactions are documented on record.
Skin or eye irritation from surfactants
Anionic and nonionic surfactants are the active cleaning agents and can irritate skin or eyes if contacted in concentrated form. Label warnings reflect this standard hazard; dilution as directed mitigates risk significantly.
Inhalation of aerosolized cleaner during spray use
If used as a spray (common for multi-purpose cleaners), inhalation of fragrance compounds and surfactant mist may occur. This is a use-condition hazard, not a formulation defect, and is typical of all aerosol or trigger-spray cleaners in the category.
Aquatic toxicity if discharged undiluted
Surfactants in household cleaners are known to harm aquatic organisms if released in large quantities. Standard disposal (diluted drain use) poses negligible environmental risk; improper bulk disposal could be harmful.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Synthetic dyes
The product contains colorants for visual appeal. FDA-approved synthetic dyes used in household cleaners have no established toxicity at exposure levels typical of cleaning use; no adverse events linked to Fabuloso dyes are on record.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Colgate-Palmolive (manufacturer) does not publish detailed ingredient breakdowns or make public commitments to PFAS avoidance. Fabuloso has no documented recalls or chemical-hazard violations related to this product line. The brand does not seek third-party eco or safety certifications for this cleaner, relying instead on regulatory compliance and product liability frameworks.
How it compares in its category
Fabuloso 2X occupies the mainstream budget all-purpose cleaner segment. It contains synthetic fragrance and dyes typical of mass-market products, which differs from fragrance-free or plant-derived alternatives but aligns with competitors like Lysol or Mr. Clean. No independent testing or comparative safety data is publicly available for this specific SKU versus category peers.
If you buy it
Dilute per label instructions; undiluted solution may cause skin or eye irritation. Do not ingest, and keep away from children and pets. Use in well-ventilated spaces, especially if you have scent sensitivity. Store in original bottle, away from heat and direct sunlight, and do not mix with other cleaners or bleach.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 78% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Fabuloso has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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