Grove Collaborative · Laundry Detergent
Concentrated Laundry Detergent
Lower concern. Third-party certified, no known PFAS use in formulation.
Grove Collaborative's concentrated laundry detergent is MADE SAFE certified, indicating third-party screening for harmful chemicals including PFAS. Liquid detergents typically pose lower PFAS risk than some treated textiles or coated products.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
plant-based surfactants, water
Brand disclosure
Third-party verified PFAS-free
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Concentrated Laundry Detergent is made of, ingredients and materials
Grove Collaborative's concentrated laundry detergent uses plant-based surfactants and water as primary ingredients, avoiding petroleum-derived synthetics common in conventional detergents. Plant-based surfactants are biodegradable and generally produce fewer persistent residues in aquatic systems. Concentration reduces packaging and shipping waste compared to dilute formulas. No known optical brighteners, phosphates, or legacy problematic additives are documented in the standard formulation.
What’s concerning
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
Fragrance allergens and skin sensitization
Plant-based detergents may include essential oils or natural fragrances to mask surfactant odor. Individual sensitivity to fragrance compounds (e.g., limonene, linalool) is documented in laundry products; Grove's specific fragrance disclosure should be checked on packaging for known allergens.
Alkalinity and hand/eye contact
Concentrated detergents are typically more alkaline than dilute versions; direct contact with eyes or prolonged skin exposure to undiluted product can cause irritation. This is a general hazard of concentration, not specific to plant-based chemistry, and is mitigated by standard handling precautions.
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.
Residual surfactant dermal contact
Plant-based surfactants are generally recognized as lower irritancy than petroleum synthetics. No recalls or reported dermatological incidents specific to Grove Collaborative laundry detergent are on record. Residual surfactant on textiles from incomplete rinsing may cause irritation in sensitive individuals, but this is a use-related risk, not a formulation defect.
Microplastic presence in formulation
Plant-based surfactant detergents do not inherently contain microplastics. Grove Collaborative has not disclosed intentional microbeads, and microplastics are increasingly restricted in detergents by regulation. No evidence of microplastic contamination is on record for this brand.
Heavy metals
Botanical-sourced surfactants may carry trace heavy metals from cultivation soil; however, no third-party testing or regulatory findings document heavy metal exceedance in Grove products. Third-party PFAS verification suggests quality oversight, though this does not guarantee testing for all contaminants.
Source, FDA ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Grove Collaborative has pursued third-party PFAS verification and maintains transparent ingredient disclosure on packaging and website. The brand markets sustainability and has no established recalls or regulatory actions related to detergent safety in public databases. Certifications such as Leaping Bunny (cruelty-free) and EPA Safer Choice status (where applicable) reinforce a lower-hazard positioning, though these do not address all chemical classes.
How it compares in its category
Plant-based concentrated detergents occupy the lower-concern tier of laundry products; most mainstream brands still rely on synthetic surfactants and include optical brighteners or legacy perfumes that may contain allergens. Grove's formula avoids many additives present in conventional alternatives. Cost per load is typically higher than bulk conventional detergents but comparable to other plant-based concentrates.
If you buy it
Use in standard washing machines at manufacturer-recommended dosages; concentrated formulas require less product per load. Store in a cool, dry location away from extreme heat or direct sunlight to preserve surfactant stability. No special precautions are needed beyond standard detergent handling (keep away from eyes, do not ingest). The product does not require maintenance or replacement triggers beyond normal depletion.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 82% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Grove Collaborative has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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