Method All-Purpose Cleaner Spray, Lime + Sea Salt
Liquid cleaner with lower PFAS concern; no known risk factors identified.
Method all-purpose cleaner is a water-based liquid spray without known PFAS-prone ingredients like aqueous film-forming foams or water-repellent coatings. No public disclosure of PFAS avoidance, but typical formula composition poses lower concern.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
Water, surfactants, preservatives, fragrance
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Method All-Purpose Cleaner Spray Sea Salt is made of, ingredients and materials
Method All-Purpose Cleaner is a water-based spray with surfactants (cleaning agents derived from plant or synthetic sources), preservatives to prevent microbial growth, and fragrance compounds. The formulation is designed to avoid chlorine, ammonia, and harsh solvents common in conventional cleaners. Water makes up the bulk; surfactants lower surface tension to lift dirt and oil, while preservatives extend shelf life and prevent contamination during storage and use.
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 sensitization
The product contains fragrance (Lime + Sea Salt scent). Fragrance mixtures in cleaners may include undisclosed component allergens; individuals with fragrance sensitivity or respiratory hyperreactivity should test on small areas or dilute before widespread use.
Surfactant skin/eye irritation
Surfactants at cleaning concentration can cause irritation or redness on prolonged skin contact or if sprayed into eyes. This is a typical hazard of all-purpose cleaners; severity depends on concentration and exposure time, not on this product specifically violating safety norms.
Preservative contact dermatitis
Liquid cleaners require preservatives (typically parabens, phenoxyethanol, or isothiazolinones) to prevent bacterial and fungal growth in the bottle. Rare individuals may develop delayed-contact dermatitis from preservative residue on surfaces or hands; this is not an established problem for Method products but remains a low baseline risk in any preserved aqueous formula.
Inhalation of aerosolized spray
Spray bottles generate fine mist; inhalation of surfactant aerosol during prolonged use in poorly ventilated spaces may irritate airways or throat. Ventilate adequately during use; this is standard practice for any spray cleaner.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Container off-gassing or degradation
Method uses HDPE plastic bottles designed for aqueous products. No known leaching of BPA, BPS, or phthalates is on record for this product line, and the acidic/neutral pH of the cleaner does not promote polymer breakdown.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Method is part of SC Johnson's portfolio and has a public commitment to transparency in ingredient disclosure; the company publishes full ingredient lists and has supported the Safer Chemicals Collaborative. Method products carry Cradle to Cradle and EPA Safer Choice certifications, signaling third-party review of chemical safety. No major recalls or regulatory violations specific to this product line are on record. Brand stance on PFAS is not publicly disclosed, but the liquid cleaner format and absence of water-repellent claims suggest minimal intentional PFAS use.
How it compares in its category
Method cleaners are positioned in the premium 'green' segment and generally carry fewer skin and respiratory irritants than conventional bleach or ammonia-based cleaners. Comparable plant-derived or hypoallergenic cleaners (Seventh Generation, Mrs. Meyer's) occupy similar market tiers with similar transparency practices. Method's EPA Safer Choice status places it above many mainstream brands but at price parity with other certified eco-conscious alternatives.
If you buy it
Use on hard, non-porous surfaces (counters, glass, tile, sealed wood) and avoid prolonged contact with skin; rinse hands after use. Do not ingest or spray directly into eyes. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve preservative efficacy and prevent container degradation. Keep out of reach of children and pets. Replace when empty; the spray mechanism may clog or fail if left unused for extended periods.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 78% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Method has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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