Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day · Dish Soap
Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Acorn Spice Dish Soap
Lower concern; liquid soap product without known PFAS risk factors.
Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day dish soap is a liquid detergent with no reported PFAS use. No testing data found, but the product category and standard formulations present lower concern than coated cookware or treated textiles.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
Water-based liquid soap concentrate
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Spice Dish Soap is made of, ingredients and materials
Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Acorn Spice is a water-based liquid soap concentrate formulated without traditional surfactant risks like heavy alkylbenzene sulfonates. The product relies on plant-derived and synthetic surfactants typical of mainstream dish soaps. Fragrance compounds and plant extracts (acorn and spice notes) are included; these are common in consumer soaps but can trigger contact dermatitis or respiratory sensitivity in susceptible individuals. No coating, resin, or ceramic treatment is involved, eliminating concerns specific to cookware or textiles.
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
Acorn and spice fragrance compounds are not detailed on the label; essential oils and synthetic fragrance can trigger contact dermatitis, urticaria, or respiratory irritation in individuals with sensitive skin or asthma. No independent testing on record for this specific formulation.
Skin irritation from high alkalinity or surfactant concentration
Undiluted liquid soap concentrate is more alkaline and surfactant-dense than ready-to-use formulations, increasing risk of irritation or dermatitis with direct skin contact. Proper dilution per label directions mitigates this risk significantly.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
No reports of 1,4-dioxane contamination or formaldehyde-releasing preservatives in Mrs. Meyer's liquid soaps. Water-based liquid formulations typically do not require these agents, though comprehensive ingredient disclosure is not available for verification.
Source, ATSDR ↗Heavy metals
No recalls or regulatory warnings for lead, cadmium, or arsenic in this product. Plant-derived colorants and extracts carry theoretical contamination risk if sourcing is uncontrolled, but no specific evidence exists for Mrs. Meyer's supply chain.
Source, FDA ↗Microplastics
No microbeads or microplastic exfoliants are reported in this product. Some plant-based soaps may contain very fine pulverized plant matter, but this is distinct from synthetic microplastic contamination.
Source, EPA ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day (owned by SC Johnson) does not publicly release comprehensive PFAS testing data or commit to PFAS elimination in press statements, earning a silent stance classification. The brand has not faced major recalls or regulatory action for this product line. Mrs. Meyer's markets itself on plant-derived ingredients and has achieved EPA Safer Choice recognition for some formulations, though this specific soap variant is not explicitly labeled with that certification. Transparency on fragrance ingredients and allergen disclosure is limited to front-of-package marketing language.
How it compares in its category
Liquid dish soaps as a category carry minimal chemical hazard compared to bar soaps (which may contain triclosan or antimicrobial preservatives) or aerosol products (inhalation risk). Mrs. Meyer's positions itself as plant-centric relative to petroleum-heavy brands, though the chemical safety profile of liquid soaps is broadly similar across major manufacturers. Fragrance allergen risk is comparable to other scented soaps; unscented alternatives carry lower respiratory and dermal sensitization potential if that is a concern for your household.
If you buy it
Use as directed, diluting if sensitivity to fragrance occurs. Store away from extreme heat (above 40C / 104F) to prevent separation or degradation of plant extracts; liquid soaps are stable at room temperature indefinitely. If anyone in your household has a history of fragrance sensitivity or eczema, perform a patch test on a small area before full use. No special maintenance or replacement triggers apply; replace when empty and do not allow the bottle to freeze in winter storage.
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
- Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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