Fabuloso · All-Purpose Cleaner
Fabuloso Antibacterial Multi-Purpose Cleaner
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Fabuloso makes no public PFAS claims or disclosures for this antibacterial cleaner. Without ingredient transparency or third-party testing, PFAS risk in fragrances and preservatives cannot be ruled out.
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Material
aqueous cleaning solution, surfactants, fragrance
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Fabuloso Antibacterial Cleaner is made of, ingredients and materials
Fabuloso Antibacterial Multi-Purpose Cleaner is an aqueous solution containing surfactants (detergents), fragrance compounds, and antimicrobial agents designed for hard-surface cleaning. The formula's active ingredients and their specific chemical identities are not fully disclosed on the label or in readily available safety data sheets, which limits assessment of potential irritant or sensitizing compounds. Fragrance in cleaners is a common source of undisclosed volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and potential allergens. The 'antibacterial' designation suggests inclusion of antimicrobial agents whose identity and safety profile remain opaque to 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 and undisclosed volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
Fabuloso is marketed as heavily fragranced, but the specific fragrance ingredients are not itemized on the label. Fragrance blends often contain undisclosed VOCs and potential respiratory or dermal sensitizers, particularly in consumers with asthma or fragrance sensitivity.
Antimicrobial agent identity and safety
The product claims 'antibacterial' efficacy, but the active antimicrobial agent(s) are not disclosed. Common agents in cleaners include quaternary ammonium compounds or phenolic compounds, which can be skin irritants and possible respiratory sensitizers at high concentrations.
Skin irritation from surfactants and pH
Multi-purpose cleaners in this category are formulated with alkaline surfactants to cut grease; prolonged dermal contact can cause irritation, dryness, or dermatitis. Fabuloso has no known recalls for this, but users report skin sensitivity with extended exposure without gloves.
Inhalation risk from concentrated spray application
When sprayed or aerosolized, fragrance and surfactant mist can be inhaled, particularly in poorly ventilated spaces. No specific incidents have been widely reported for Fabuloso, but inhalation of cleaning product mists is a general occupational and domestic risk, especially for individuals with asthma or reactive airway disease.
PFAS
Although this product scores 75/100 on PFAS safety, the brand has not explicitly confirmed PFAS absence. Water-repellent surfactants or stain-resist additives in some cleaners contain PFAS; lack of disclosure prevents rule-out of this hazard class for this specific product.
Source, ATSDR ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Fabuloso (owned by Colgate-Palmolive) does not publicly disclose PFAS presence or absence in this product, despite an overall PFAS safety score of 75/100, creating ambiguity about whether the formula contains PFAS-based surfactants or water-repellent additives. The brand has not obtained third-party certifications (e.g., EPA Safer Choice, Green Seal) for this specific product line. No major recalls specific to this cleaner have been widely documented, but the lack of transparency on ingredient sourcing and antimicrobial agents is a notable gap in corporate accountability.
How it compares in its category
Fabuloso is a budget multi-purpose cleaner with fragrance-forward formulation; it occupies the mainstream convenience segment rather than the plant-based or certified-green market. Most competitors in this tier (e.g., Lysol, Windex, store brands) similarly withhold detailed ingredient disclosures and do not voluntarily certify PFAS absence. Products seeking explicit PFAS avoidance or eco-certification (e.g., Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day, Seventh Generation) command higher prices and offer more ingredient transparency, though they are not universally available. Fabuloso's strong scent and aggressive marketing appeal mask relatively limited public safety validation.
If you buy it
Use in well-ventilated areas to minimize inhalation of fragrance volatiles and undisclosed VOCs; do not mix with bleach or ammonia-based products. Wear gloves if you have sensitive skin, as fragrance and surfactants can cause dermatitis with prolonged contact. Store in a cool, dry place away from children and pets; the concentrated formula may cause gastrointestinal or respiratory irritation if ingested or aspirated. Consider decanting into smaller spray bottles to minimize exposure duration and allow off-gassing of volatile compounds before application.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 62% 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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