Method Dish Soap, Clementine
Liquid dish soap has low inherent PFAS risk; buy with confidence.
Method dish soap is a liquid cleaner without nonstick or water-repellent coatings. Plant-based formulations and aqueous solutions carry minimal PFAS concern.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
Water-based surfactants, plant-derived cleaning agents
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Method Dish Soap, Clementine is made of, ingredients and materials
Method Dish Soap Clementine is formulated with water-based surfactants derived from plant sources rather than petrochemicals, plus fragrance (clementine scent) and preservatives. Plant-derived surfactants like coconut or sugar-based cleaners are lower toxicity than older synthetic alternatives and break down more readily in wastewater. The water base means no volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are released during use or storage, unlike solvent-based or concentrated cleaners.
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
Clementine fragrance is a proprietary blend; individual sensitivity to citrus-derived or synthetic fragrance components is possible in people with contact dermatitis or fragrance sensitivity, though dilution and rinse-away use minimize risk.
Skin or eye irritation on contact
Surfactants can irritate skin or eyes if not rinsed away; this is inherent to the product class, not unique to Method. Use gloves for prolonged contact and rinse thoroughly if contact occurs.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
1,4-dioxane (preservative byproduct)
No public record of 1,4-dioxane contamination in Method products. Plant-derived surfactant cleaners are less likely to require high levels of preservatives that generate this byproduct, but no third-party testing is publicly available for this specific formula.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Liquid dish soaps typically do not require formaldehyde-based preservatives; Method does not list any on the formula, and no recalls or contamination reports exist for this product.
Source, ATSDR ↗Heavy metals
No established record of heavy metal contamination in Method dish soap. Plant-based formulas do not typically require metal-based dyes or pigments that could introduce lead, cadmium, or antimony.
Source, FDA ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Method is owned by SC Johnson and markets itself as an eco-conscious brand with emphasis on biodegradable formulas and plant-based ingredients. The brand does not publicly disclose PFAS testing or presence statements, but liquid dish soaps have low inherent PFAS risk due to water-based formulation. Method has no established product recalls or safety controversies on record for this product line.
How it compares in its category
Liquid dish soaps are among the lowest-risk personal care and cleaning products because they are diluted, rinsed away immediately, and not ingested or applied to skin. Plant-derived surfactants in Method are comparable to or lower concern than conventional petroleum-based surfactants in store-brand alternatives. Method's formula avoids antibacterial additives (triclosan) that have been restricted by the FDA, positioning it favorably within the category.
If you buy it
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent ingredient degradation over time. Dilute with water if desired to extend product life and reduce packaging waste. Use as directed on the label; no special handling is required. Dispose of empty bottle in standard recycling or trash according to local guidelines.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 85% 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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- plant-derived surfactants, water, botanical extracts
- A third party reports verifying it as PFAS-free
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- Aquatic toxicity from surfactants
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- The brand calls it PFAS-free, which we have not verified
- Fragrance allergens (essential oil)
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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