Mr. Clean · All-Purpose Cleaner
Mr. Clean All-Purpose Floor Cleaning Liquid
Skip; PFAS risk unclear without ingredient disclosure.
Mr. Clean does not disclose PFAS presence or absence. Surfactant-based cleaners may contain fluorinated compounds, but publicly available data is insufficient to assess this product's PFAS content.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
surfactant-based aqueous solution
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Mr. Clean All-Purpose Cleaning Liquid is made of, ingredients and materials
Mr. Clean All-Purpose Floor Cleaning Liquid is a surfactant-based aqueous solution designed to break down grease and soil on hard floors. The product contains water, anionic and nonionic surfactants, and typical additives such as fragrance, preservatives, and colorants. Surfactants lower surface tension to lift dirt; at the dilution levels used in floor cleaning, acute toxicity risk is low, but concentrated liquid and inhaled mist or vapors warrant precaution.
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 volatiles and respiratory irritation
Mr. Clean lists fragrance as an active ingredient but does not disclose specific volatile organic compounds (VOCs) or fragrance components. Inhaled fragrance aerosol and evaporated compounds in poorly ventilated spaces may irritate respiratory tract or trigger sensitivity in susceptible individuals.
Surfactant skin and eye irritation
Anionic and nonionic surfactants in all-purpose cleaners are known irritants at higher concentrations. Labels typically carry warnings for eye contact and skin exposure; undiluted or concentrated product poses greater risk than diluted floor-cleaning solutions.
Alkali or pH-related skin damage
All-purpose cleaners often maintain alkaline pH to enhance grease removal. Prolonged contact with undiluted or concentrated alkaline solutions can damage skin barrier; specific pH of Mr. Clean is not disclosed on label or public materials.
Preservative or dye allergenicity
Typical floor cleaners contain preservatives (e.g., methylisothiazolinone or parabens) and colorants to prevent microbial growth and provide visual cues. Individual sensitivity or contact dermatitis is uncommon at labeled dilutions but possible in sensitive populations; specific preservatives and dyes in this formula are not publicly itemized.
What’s reassuring
PFAS
No public disclosure or testing confirms PFAS in Mr. Clean All-Purpose Floor Cleaner. Surfactant-based household cleaners may occasionally include fluorinated compounds as water or oil repellents; absence of confirmation does not rule out presence without full ingredient transparency from the manufacturer.
Source, ATSDR ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Procter and Gamble (Mr. Clean's parent) does not publicly disclose the full ingredient list beyond what appears on the label, and has not made a firm public commitment regarding PFAS exclusion in this product line. The label lists ingredients in descending order by weight but omits proprietary fragrance components. No major recalls or safety controversies specific to this all-purpose cleaner have been widely documented, though the brand's general transparency on chemical content remains limited compared to eco-certified competitors.
How it compares in its category
All-purpose floor cleaners across brands rely on surfactant chemistry; Mr. Clean is a conventional mainstream option with a long retail presence. Alternatives range from plant-based or certified-green formulas (typically more transparent ingredient disclosure) to store-brand equivalents with similar surfactant profiles. Mr. Clean's lack of third-party certification (e.g., EPA Safer Choice, EcoLogo) places it in the middle-to-lower transparency tier for household cleaners.
If you buy it
Dilute concentrate or ready-to-use formula per label directions; do not use undiluted on skin or ingest. Ensure good ventilation during and after application, especially in enclosed spaces, to minimize inhalation of fragrance compounds and surfactant aerosol. Store in a cool, dry place away from children and pets. Avoid mixing with bleach or ammonia-based products, which can generate toxic gas. If irritation occurs, rinse thoroughly with water and consult product label guidance.
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
- Mr. Clean has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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