Lysol Multi-Purpose Cleaner Pet Solutions Citrus
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Lysol makes no public PFAS statement for this cleaner. Surfactants and additives in multi-purpose cleaners may contain PFAS; lab data is unavailable. Request company disclosure or choose verified alternatives.
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Material
liquid cleaner in plastic bottle
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Lysol Multi-Purpose Solutions Citrus is made of, ingredients and materials
This is a liquid multipurpose cleaner in a plastic bottle containing surfactants, water, citrus fragrance, and preservatives designed for household and pet-safe disinfection. The active antimicrobial ingredients and fragrance compounds are the primary exposure vectors during use and storage. Plastic packaging itself is not a known source of concern for this product category, but the chemical formula and any PFAS-based water-repellent or soil-resistant additives in the formulation remain undisclosed by Lysol.
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 respiratory irritation
Citrus fragrance and essential oil components are common respiratory and dermal sensitizers in household cleaners. Lysol multi-purpose cleaners have been associated with inhalation complaints; spray or aerosol exposure increases risk.
Undisclosed surfactant and antimicrobial toxicity
The specific surfactants and antimicrobial agents (likely quaternary ammonium compounds or phenolics) are not fully itemized on the label. These can cause skin/eye irritation and chronic exposure effects if not used as directed.
PFAS
Lysol has not publicly tested or disclosed whether this formulation contains PFAS as a processing aid or water-repellent additive. Water-resistant or 'long-lasting' claims on cleaning products sometimes involve fluorinated compounds.
Source, ATSDR ↗Parabens
Multipurpose cleaners typically include preservatives such as formaldehyde-releasing compounds or methylisothiazolinone (MIT). These are not listed on Lysol's public labels and may trigger contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals.
Source, FDA ↗What’s reassuring
Plastic bottle leaching under storage stress
No documented leaching of harmful compounds from the bottle material into the cleaner liquid under normal storage conditions. However, extended heat exposure or UV light may degrade the plastic and affect product stability.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Lysol (Reckitt Benckiser) has not publicly disclosed PFAS content in this or related cleaning products, despite growing industry scrutiny. The brand has faced recalls and regulatory actions on other products (e.g., disinfectant spray efficacy claims) but has not established a transparent stance on PFAS use in formulae. No third-party independent testing of this specific product for PFAS is on public record.
How it compares in its category
Multipurpose cleaners with antimicrobial claims are a crowded segment; many brands do not disclose PFAS status. Lysol is a market leader and generally considered effective, but its transparency on PFAS lags behind some competitors who have published testing or phased out fluorinated compounds. Pet-specific formulations are less commonly tested for PFAS than general cleaners, creating a data gap.
If you buy it
Use in well-ventilated spaces and follow label instructions for dilution and contact time. Avoid inhalation of spray and direct skin contact; wash hands after use. Store at room temperature away from heat and out of reach of children and pets. If you are concerned about PFAS exposure, contact Lysol directly to request third-party test results or formulation transparency before repurchasing.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 45% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Lysol has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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