Mop & Glo · All-Purpose Cleaner
Mop & Glo Lemon Scent Floor Cleaner
Floor cleaner with no public PFAS disclosure; low inherent risk as liquid, but verify source.
Mop & Glo is a liquid floor cleaner; no ingredient list or PFAS information publicly available. Liquid floor cleaners typically pose lower PFAS concern than coated surfaces, but opacity limits certainty.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
aqueous cleaner solution
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Mop & Glo Lemon Scent Floor Cleaner is made of, ingredients and materials
Mop & Glo Lemon Scent is an aqueous (water-based) cleaner formulation, not an oil-based or solvent-heavy product. The active ingredients typically include surfactants for soil removal and wax or polish resins for floor shine. Lemon scent is added via fragrance compounds, not essential oil. Because the base is water, volatile organic compound (VOC) off-gassing and inhalation risk are lower than solvent-based alternatives, though residual fragrance compounds can still contribute odor during and shortly after application.
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 allergen and sensitizer compounds
Lemon scent fragrance in aqueous cleaners can contain limonene and related terpenes or synthetic fragrance chemicals. These are documented contact allergens and can trigger respiratory responses in sensitive individuals, though reactions are generally mild and transient. Public SDS does not itemize fragrance components.
Surfactant skin and eye irritation
Aqueous floor cleaner surfactants are classified as irritants on the product label. Acute exposure in eyes or prolonged skin contact (e.g., mopping without gloves) can cause redness, stinging, or temporary irritation. Risk is manageable with standard safety precautions (gloves, eye protection if splash risk is high).
Wax or polish resin buildup over time
Repeated applications without stripping can leave residual film on floors, increasing slip hazard and reducing product efficacy. This is a functional rather than toxicological concern but relevant to safe use and reapplication intervals.
Ingestion hazard (children/pets)
The product is not food-safe and poses acute toxicity risk if swallowed, particularly in young children or animals. The SDS lists this as a hazard class and recommends safe storage out of reach.
What’s reassuring
1,4-dioxane contamination in surfactants
No public disclosure or regulatory finding specific to Mop & Glo indicates the presence of 1,4-dioxane, a potential impurity in some non-ionic surfactants. Industry-wide, this is not a standard labeling concern for this product category, but residual levels are theoretically possible depending on surfactant source and purification.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Mop & Glo (owned by Reckitt Benckiser) has not published a formal PFAS policy or third-party certifications (such as EPA Safer Choice or Green Seal) specific to this product line. The brand maintains a general safety data sheet (SDS) for the cleaner, available upon request or on retailer sites, which discloses acute toxicity and skin/eye irritant classification but does not address endocrine disruption or bioaccumulation concerns. No major recalls or regulatory actions are on record for this specific product.
How it compares in its category
Mop & Glo occupies the mainstream, low-cost floor cleaner segment. It is formulated to enhance shine on hard floors, a feature that distinguishes it from basic water-and-surfactant cleaners but is achieved via wax resins rather than synthetic polymers or silicones. Compared to solvent-based or oil-rich competitors, it poses lower VOC and chemical sensitivity risk; compared to plain water or unscented plant-based cleaners, it introduces fragrance exposure and synthetic surfactants. It is not marketed as hypoallergenic, non-toxic, or eco-certified.
If you buy it
Use in well-ventilated spaces to minimize inhalation of fragrance volatiles, especially in enclosed or poorly air-circulated bathrooms. Apply according to label instructions; overuse can create buildup and slippery surfaces. Do not mix with other cleaners, ammonia, or bleach-based products, as chemical incompatibility can produce harmful gases. Keep away from children and pets during and immediately after application; wash hands after use. Once opened, store in a cool, dry place and use within the manufacturer's recommended timeframe to avoid degradation or mold growth in the container.
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
- Mop & Glo has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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