Mop & Glo · All-Purpose Cleaner
Mop & Glo Professional Multi-Surface Floor Cleaner
Floor cleaner; limited public PFAS disclosure. Check product SDS if concerned.
Mop & Glo does not publicly disclose PFAS content or status. Liquid cleaners occasionally contain fluorinated surfactants, though many do not. Request full SDS or contact brand for certainty.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
aqueous cleaner solution, polymer-based surfactants
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Mop & Glo Professional Floor Cleaner is made of, ingredients and materials
Mop & Glo Professional is an aqueous solution containing polymer-based surfactants designed to clean and add shine to hard floor surfaces. Surfactants break down soil and oil; polymers provide the glossy finish. Unlike spray cleaners or aerosol products, it is diluted before use, which reduces concentration of any individual ingredient at the point of contact. The product is not a coating that hardens or bonds to the floor, so degradation or leaching of heavy metals from a permanent finish is not a concern here.
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.
Surfactant skin and eye irritation
Polymer-based surfactants in floor cleaners can cause irritation or allergic contact dermatitis with prolonged skin contact or eye splash. Risk is low during normal diluted use and mopping but increases if concentrate contacts skin or mucous membranes directly.
Fragrance allergens
Most commercial floor cleaners, including Mop & Glo, contain fragrance compounds. Individual sensitivities vary widely; some people may experience headaches, respiratory irritation, or contact allergies. Specific fragrance allergen content is not disclosed on the label.
Inhalation of aerosol or spray mist
If the product is applied by spraying rather than mopping from a bucket, fine mist inhalation is possible. This is not an inherent property of the formulation but depends on application method. Users with asthma or reactive airways should use bucket-and-mop application and ensure good ventilation.
What’s reassuring
1,4-dioxane contamination
1,4-dioxane is a known contaminant in some surfactant preparations used in cleaners and personal care products. No public testing or disclosure on record identifies its presence in Mop & Glo; check product SDS or contact manufacturer if this is a specific concern.
Heavy metals
Some synthetic polymers and colorants may contain trace heavy metals (cadmium, lead) as manufacturing byproducts. No recalls or safety warnings on record for Mop & Glo; polymer-based solutions used as floor polish are not typically a significant route of heavy metal exposure during normal use.
Source, FDA ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Mop & Glo is owned by Reckitt Benckiser, a large consumer-products manufacturer. The company does not make prominent public statements on PFAS use in floor cleaners. The product SDS (Safety Data Sheet) is available and should be consulted for specific ingredient disclosures and safe handling. No major recalls or safety controversies specific to this product are on public record; it remains a commonly sold household cleaner.
How it compares in its category
Floor cleaners as a category typically contain surfactants, fragrance, water, and sometimes corrosion inhibitors or wax polymers. Mop & Glo's polymer-based approach is standard and does not stand out as higher or lower hazard than similar multi-surface products. Alternatives range from simple vinegar-based cleaners (lower chemical load, less shine) to spray polishes (aerosol inhalation risk). Liquid concentrates like this one allow user control over dilution and application method.
If you buy it
Dilute according to label instructions; undiluted product is more irritating to skin and eyes. Use in well-ventilated spaces to avoid inhalation of fragrance or aerosol mist if sprayed. Do not mix with bleach or other cleaners. Store in a cool, dry place away from children and pets. For sensitive individuals or those with respiratory conditions, test on a small area first and consider unscented alternatives. Follow label disposal guidance; do not pour large quantities down drains in a single application.
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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