Fabuloso · All-Purpose Cleaner
Fabuloso 2X Multi-Purpose Cleaner, Tropical Spring Scent
Liquid cleaner with no known PFAS use; no public PFAS disclosure.
Fabuloso is a standard liquid multi-purpose cleaner formulated without known PFAS chemicals. No brands typically add PFAS to liquid cleaning products; product carries lower PFAS concern by category.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
Aqueous solution, surfactants, fragrance, dyes
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Fabuloso 2X Multi-Purpose Spring Scent is made of, ingredients and materials
Fabuloso 2X is an aqueous solution containing surfactants (cleaning agents), fragrance compounds, and synthetic dyes suspended in water. The surfactant base enables grease and soil removal on hard surfaces without requiring solvents or abrasive particles. The 'Tropical Spring Scent' is a fragrance blend added for consumer appeal; the actual chemical identity of individual fragrance components is proprietary and not disclosed on the label, which is standard industry practice but limits transparency for fragrance-sensitive consumers.
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.
Fragrance allergens and sensitizers
Synthetic fragrance blends commonly contain allergens such as limonene, linalool, or eugenol; the full fragrance composition of 'Tropical Spring Scent' is not disclosed. Individuals with fragrance sensitivity or asthma may experience respiratory or contact sensitization on exposure.
Surfactant skin and eye irritation
Anionic surfactants, the primary cleaning agents in this formulation, can cause mild to moderate irritation if they contact skin or eyes directly. Undiluted product poses higher risk than diluted spray application; this is a known property of the chemical class, not a defect in this brand specifically.
Inhalation of volatiles from fragrance and surfactants
Fragrance compounds and some surfactants can volatilize, particularly during spray application or in warm conditions. Prolonged inhalation in poorly ventilated spaces may cause throat irritation, headache, or respiratory symptoms in sensitive individuals; adequate ventilation mitigates this risk.
What’s reassuring
Synthetic dyes
Fabuloso 2X contains synthetic dyes for color; no specific dyes are named on the product label. Azo dyes and heavy metal contamination in colorants are regulated by the EPA and FDA, and no recalls or violations are on record for this product. Risk is low under normal household use, though ingestion or prolonged skin contact should be avoided.
1,4-dioxane contamination in surfactants
1,4-dioxane, a contaminant in some surfactant manufacturing processes, is regulated by the EPA as a likely carcinogen but is not a required ingredient. No testing or disclosure exists on record for Fabuloso 2X; manufacturer compliance with EPA limits is assumed but not independently verified.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Colgate-Palmolive, the manufacturer, does not publicly disclose detailed ingredient lists beyond what appears on the product label. The company has no known recalls, regulatory sanctions, or formal safety certifications (such as EPA Safer Choice or Green Seal) specific to Fabuloso multipurpose cleaners. Colgate-Palmolive maintains a general commitment to ingredient safety compliance with EPA and FDA regulations but does not publish independent third-party testing or environmental impact assessments for this particular product line.
How it compares in its category
Multipurpose cleaners as a category typically rely on surfactants and water as their primary active ingredients; Fabuloso 2X is representative of this standard formulation. Products marketed as 'plant-based,' 'fragrance-free,' or 'hypoallergenic' cleaners may reduce fragrance and dye exposure, whereas Fabuloso 2X is a conventional scented product with synthetic fragrance and dyes. Environmental persistence and aquatic toxicity vary by surfactant chemistry; no comparative data is publicly available for this specific formulation versus competitors.
If you buy it
Use only as directed on the label; do not ingest or apply directly to skin. Ensure good ventilation during application, particularly in enclosed spaces, to minimize inhalation of fragrance volatiles. Keep away from children and pets; store in a cool, dry place in its original closed container. Wash hands after use. If skin or eye contact occurs, rinse immediately with water and discontinue use if irritation persists.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 72% 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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