Force of Nature · All-Purpose Cleaner
Force of Nature Cleaning Concentrate
Verified PFAS-free cleaning product; lower concern for PFAS exposure.
Force of Nature is an electrochemically generated hypochlorous acid cleaner with third-party MADE SAFE certification and explicit PFAS-free claim. No PFAS ingredients or coatings identified in established public records.
Brand says: “PFAS-free; MADE SAFE certified”
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
Hypochlorous acid electrochemical solution
Brand disclosure
Third-party verified PFAS-free
Lab data
No PFAS found in testing
You may also be interested in
Top-graded picks in the categories readers replace first, every one scored on the same rubric.
- polypropylene filter housing, carbon/sediment cartridge
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Bacterial growth in spent cartridges
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
Aquasure
Premier Series 75 GPD Under Sink Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration System
- RO membrane, carbon filters, stainless steel housing
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Bacterial and microbial growth in housing and filters
4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
Avocado
Vegan Mattress
- organic cotton, natural latex, coconut coir, recycled steel coils
- The brand calls it PFAS-free, which we have not verified
- Heavy metals
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
What Force of Nature Cleaning Concentrate is made of, ingredients and materials
Force of Nature produces hypochlorous acid (HOCl) via electrochemical activation of salt and water, the same antimicrobial compound white blood cells generate naturally. This is not a synthetic chemical formulation but an electrochemically generated solution; it breaks down into salt, water, and chloride post-use. The product avoids traditional harsh alkaline or acidic cleaners, reducing caustic burn and respiratory irritation risk from volatile fumes typical of bleach-based alternatives.
What’s concerning
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
Oxidizer / skin and eye irritation
Hypochlorous acid is an oxidizing antimicrobial; undiluted or concentrated splash poses irritation risk. Standard dilution per label and use of gloves or eye protection during application mitigates this.
Bacterial contamination in product storage
Hypochlorous acid is antimicrobial but can degrade over time or if exposed to light; improper storage may reduce efficacy. Follow shelf-life and storage instructions to maintain antimicrobial activity and reduce risk of colonization by airborne microbes.
Chlorine gas formation if mixed with incompatible cleaners
Mixing HOCl with ammonia, acids, or phenolics can generate chlorine gas, a respiratory hazard. User instruction and label warnings are essential; accidental mixing is the primary misuse risk.
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.
No PFAS found in lab test
No PFAS detected in independent testing.
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) or respiratory irritants
No volatile off-gassing or respiratory irritant profile is documented for hypochlorous acid solutions at recommended use concentrations, distinguishing this from bleach or ammonia cleaners.
Heavy metals
The electrochemical generation process yields HOCl from salt and water; no manufacturing byproducts, heavy metals, or persistent toxic residues are on record for this formulation.
Source, FDA ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Force of Nature has obtained third-party verification for PFAS-free formulation, a material transparency step not required for cleaners but voluntarily adopted. No major recalls or safety controversies appear on record for this product line. The brand markets the electrochemical generation method as a core differentiator from conventional chemistry, supported by published lab data on hypochlorous acid efficacy and environmental fate.
How it compares in its category
Most household cleaners contain synthetic surfactants, chelating agents, or volatile organic compounds that off-gas or leave residues. Hypochlorous acid cleaners occupy a niche positioned as lower-toxicity alternatives to bleach, ammonia, or quat-based products. Compared to enzyme-based or vinegar cleaners, HOCl offers broader antimicrobial action; compared to traditional bleach, it avoids chlorine gas formation when mixed with ammonia or acids.
If you buy it
Use only as directed and avoid ingestion or eye contact; hypochlorous acid is antimicrobial but still an oxidizer and irritant at high concentration. Do not mix with other cleaners, especially ammonia-based products, which can liberate chlorine gas. Store in a cool, dark place away from children and pets; do not dilute with hard water excessively, as mineral deposits may reduce efficacy. Replace or refresh the solution if efficacy visibly declines or if the container is damaged.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 92% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- Independent test found none
- Brand statement
- Force of Nature has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
More all-purpose cleaner grades
100AspenClean Natural All Purpose Cleaner
100Better Life All Purpose Cleaner
100All Purpose Cleaner Concentrate
100All-Purpose Spray
100ECOS All-Purpose Cleaner - Parsley
100Meliora Organic All-Purpose Home Cleaner
100Seventh Generation All Purpose Cleaner
100Seventh Generation All Purpose Cleaner - Yuzu Basil with Phytogaia™
100ECOS All-Purpose Cleaner - Orange
100Seventh Generation All Purpose Cleaner - Lemon ZestAll all-purpose cleaner →How we score, every product runs through the same public 0-100 rubric based on materials, coatings, brand disclosure, lab findings, and recalls. See the full methodology → Spotted a mistake? Report an error.