Fabuloso · All-Purpose Cleaner
Fabuloso All Purpose Cleaner
Liquid cleaner with lower PFAS concern; typical formulation without fluorinated additives.
Fabuloso is a standard liquid all-purpose cleaner. No public disclosure of PFAS ingredients or treatment; formulation typically avoids fluorinated compounds, but no third-party verification available.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
Water, surfactants, dyes, fragrance
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Fabuloso All Purpose Cleaner is made of, ingredients and materials
Fabuloso All Purpose Cleaner is primarily water with anionic surfactants (detergents), synthetic dyes for color, and fragrance compounds. The surfactants break down grease and oils for cleaning; dyes are cosmetic and non-functional. No perfluorinated additives (PFAS) are documented in typical formulations, and the liquid format means no thermal breakdown of coating systems is possible during normal use. Dilution during application further reduces any contact concentration.
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 contains undisclosed fragrance compounds typical of mass-market cleaners. Fragrance mixtures can trigger contact dermatitis or respiratory sensitivity in susceptible individuals; the specific allergens are not itemized on the label.
Dye contact sensitivity
Synthetic dyes used for the product's color are not identified by name on the label. While widely used in cleaners with no established toxicity, individuals with dye sensitivity may experience skin or eye irritation from undiluted contact.
Inhalation risk from spray/aerosol
When sprayed in enclosed spaces, surfactant and fragrance aerosols can be inhaled. Prolonged or repeated inhalation in poorly ventilated areas may cause respiratory irritation; risk is mitigated by typical intermittent household use and ventilation.
Accidental mixing hazard
Mixing Fabuloso (or any cleaner) with bleach, ammonia, or acids produces toxic chloramine or other caustic gases. This is a well-documented household hazard not specific to Fabuloso but relevant to safe storage and use.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Heavy metals
Standard all-purpose cleaners of this type do not contain heavy metals, antimicrobials (e.g., triclosan), or persistent additives that bioaccumulate. Fabuloso is not documented to deviate from this profile.
Source, FDA ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Fabuloso (owned by Colgate-Palmolive) has not published detailed ingredient disclosures or third-party certifications (e.g., EPA Safer Choice, Green Seal) for this product. No major safety recalls or regulatory actions related to this cleaner are on record. The brand's silence on PFAS or chemical transparency is typical for legacy consumer cleaning products and does not indicate the presence of undisclosed hazards, but limits independent verification of reformulation efforts.
How it compares in its category
All-purpose liquid cleaners are a low-hazard category; Fabuloso sits in the mainstream segment without specialty claims (plant-based, fragrance-free, hypoallergenic). Compared to concentrated formulas, Fabuloso's pre-diluted form reduces accidental exposure risk. Alternative brands with explicit Safer Choice or Green Seal labeling offer higher transparency, but do not necessarily pose lower hazard than Fabuloso during normal diluted use.
If you buy it
Use only as directed on the label, dilute in water before application and never ingest or mix with other cleaners (especially bleach or ammonia, which produce toxic fumes). Store in original, clearly labeled container away from children and pets. Ventilate enclosed spaces during use to minimize inhalation of fragrance and spray aerosols. Wash hands after use and do not allow prolonged skin contact; the product is low concern for most surfaces when diluted, but prolonged undiluted contact may irritate skin or eyes.
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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