Mop & Glo · All-Purpose Cleaner
Mop & Glo 3-In-1 Floor Cleaner
Skip due to lack of ingredient transparency on PFAS.
Mop & Glo does not disclose formulation details or PFAS status. Liquid cleaners sometimes contain fluorinated surfactants, but no public data confirms or rules out PFAS in this product.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
liquid floor cleaner, formulation not disclosed
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Mop & Glo 3-In-1 Floor Cleaner is made of, ingredients and materials
Mop & Glo 3-In-1 is a liquid floor cleaner with a non-disclosed proprietary formulation. The product typically contains surfactants, water, and fragrance, but the full ingredient list is not publicly available on the label or manufacturer website in most jurisdictions. Without complete transparency, consumers cannot independently assess the presence of potentially hazardous additives such as formaldehyde releasers, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), or other respiratory irritants. This opacity is a significant barrier to informed decision-making, especially in households with children, pets, or individuals with chemical sensitivities.
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.
Undisclosed volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and fragrance
Liquid floor cleaners commonly contain fragrance blends and VOCs that are not itemized on the label. Mop & Glo's proprietary formulation status means individual chemical contributors to indoor air quality cannot be verified. Inhalation of these components, particularly in poorly ventilated spaces or over repeated use, may trigger respiratory irritation or headaches in sensitive individuals.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Some commercial floor cleaners use formaldehyde-releasing preservatives to extend shelf life. No public statement from SC Johnson confirms or rules out this practice in Mop & Glo. If present, these releasers can off-gas into indoor air and pose respiratory and skin concerns.
Source, ATSDR ↗Skin and eye irritation from surfactants and additives
Floor cleaner concentrates and ready-to-use formulations commonly cause skin irritation and eye redness if contacted directly. Mop & Glo's full surfactant identity and concentration are not disclosed, limiting assessment of irritancy severity. Standard precautions (gloves, eye protection) are recommended.
Residue buildup on floors over time
Multi-purpose floor polish products often leave wax, polymer, or silicone residues that accumulate with repeated use. This buildup can create slipperiness, discoloration, or require aggressive stripping to remove. The specific polymer or wax in Mop & Glo is not identified, so long-term floor effects cannot be predicted reliably.
PFAS
SC Johnson's silence on PFAS content and absence of full ingredient disclosure means PFAS presence cannot be ruled out despite the product's 75/100 PFAS safety score. This gap in transparency undermines the ability to assess cumulative chemical exposure in the home.
Source, ATSDR ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
SC Johnson, the manufacturer of Mop & Glo, has a mixed history on ingredient transparency. The company does not voluntarily disclose its full formulation for this product, and takes a silent stance on PFAS use in floor cleaners. SC Johnson has faced criticism for opacity on chemicals of concern in multiple product lines. The brand holds no third-party certifications (such as EPA Safer Choice or EcoLogo) for this floor cleaner, which would otherwise signal commitment to reduced-hazard formulation.
How it compares in its category
Mop & Glo sits in the mid-tier of commercial floor cleaners in terms of disclosure. Many competitors (including plant-based and eco-certified brands) publish full ingredient lists; others, like Mop & Glo, withhold this information citing proprietary formulations. The product is marketed as a 3-in-1 (cleaner, polish, and protection), which typically requires additional film-forming agents and polymers whose chemical identities are undisclosed. Safer alternatives with published ingredients and third-party certification exist for comparable use cases.
If you buy it
Use Mop & Glo only in well-ventilated areas to minimize inhalation of fragrance and other volatile components. Do not use on untreated wood, stone, or marble without testing in an inconspicuous spot first, as some formulations can leave buildup or residue over time. Wear gloves during application to reduce skin contact with undisclosed additives. Store in a cool, dark place away from children and pets, and keep the cap tightly sealed to prevent evaporation of volatile components. If respiratory irritation, headache, or skin reactions occur, discontinue use immediately and ventilate thoroughly.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 25% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Mop & Glo has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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