Method Super Shine Liquid Dish Soap, Among the Orchards
Liquid dish soap, lower concern for PFAS. Skip if PFAS transparency matters.
Method dish soap contains no known PFAS-prone materials like Teflon-family coating or water-repellent coatings. Brand makes no PFAS claim; third-party verification absent.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
Water, surfactants, preservatives
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Method Super Shine Liquid Dish Orchards is made of, ingredients and materials
Method Super Shine is a water-based liquid dish soap formulated with surfactants and preservatives. The surfactants break down grease and food residue; preservatives prevent microbial growth during storage and use. Liquid formulations avoid the thermal or coating-degradation risks of some solid or non-stick cookware, and surfactant mixtures used in dish soaps are not subject to the same bioaccumulation or persistence concerns as some industrial chemicals. The fragrance ('Among the Orchards') is a marketing descriptor; Method does not disclose the fragrance ingredient list, which is standard industry practice but limits full transparency.
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 undisclosed fragrance ingredients
Method does not list individual fragrance components; 'Among the Orchards' is a proprietary blend. Some users with fragrance sensitivity or contact dermatitis may react to undisclosed components, though rinse-away use minimizes risk compared to leave-on products.
Surfactant skin irritation in concentrated form
Undiluted liquid dish soap can irritate skin or eyes if contact is prolonged or the product is ingested; this is inherent to the surfactant class, not unique to Method. Use as directed (diluted in water) minimizes this risk.
Aquatic or environmental impact (post-use)
Surfactants in dish soaps degrade during wastewater treatment, but some residues may reach aquatic systems. This is a category-level concern, not specific to Method; the brand does not disclose biodegradation rates or ecolab testing data for this product.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Preservative residues (type and concentration not disclosed)
The product label does not name specific preservatives. Common dish soap preservatives (e.g., methylisothiazolinone, parabens) are approved for rinse-off use in jurisdictions like the US and EU. No specific adverse event reports for this product are on record.
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 consumer brand. The company has not published detailed PFAS policies and does not disclose preservative or surfactant names on the product label. Method products generally carry third-party certifications (e.g., Cradle to Cradle, EcoLogo variants in some regions) but the Super Shine line does not claim all such certifications universally. No established recalls or toxicant controversies specific to this product exist in public records.
How it compares in its category
Liquid dish soaps are among the lowest-risk personal-care or household product categories; unlike textiles or cosmetics, they are not absorbed through skin and rinse away immediately. Method's formulation is comparable to major competitors (Dawn, Seventh Generation, Mrs. Meyer's) in ingredient opacity and category safety profile. Fragrance disclosure is weaker than some plant-oil or unscented alternatives, but dish soaps are rinsed and pose minimal sensitization risk to most users.
If you buy it
Use as directed on the label; dilute if desired to extend product life and reduce waste. Store in a cool, dry place away from extreme heat or sunlight to preserve formula stability. No special maintenance or replacement triggers apply; replace when empty. If skin sensitivity or allergic reaction occurs, discontinue use and rinse with water; contact poison control only if ingested in large quantity. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
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
- Method has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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