Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day · All-Purpose Cleaner
Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Iowa Pine Limited Edition Liquid All-Purpose Cleaner
Lower concern. Liquid cleaners rarely contain PFAS; no disclosure needed.
Mrs. Meyer's liquid all-purpose cleaner is a plant-based liquid formula with no known PFAS risk factors. The brand does not disclose PFAS data, but liquid cleaners typically lack the coatings or treatments where PFAS are commonly found.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
Liquid cleaner concentrate, plant-derived ingredients
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Iowa Pine Cleaner is made of, ingredients and materials
Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day formulations are marketed as plant-derived concentrates, typically containing botanical extracts, soap, and water rather than petroleum-based surfactants. The Iowa Pine Limited Edition variant uses fragrance derived from essential oils or fragrance compounds to produce the pine scent. Liquid cleaners in this category pose minimal hazard from coating degradation or leaching because they are not in contact with food or skin for extended periods and are diluted before use.
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
Pine-scented cleaners rely on fragrance compounds (natural or synthetic) that can trigger allergic contact dermatitis or respiratory sensitivity in susceptible individuals, though typical household dilution and ventilation minimize risk.
Skin and eye irritation (surfactants and pH)
All-purpose cleaners contain surfactants and are formulated at alkaline pH to cut grease; undiluted product can cause irritation if contacted directly. This is standard for the category and managed through dilution and label warnings.
Inhalation of volatile compounds
Plant-derived fragrances and essential oil components may release volatile organic compounds (VOCs) during use; poor ventilation increases exposure risk, though levels are not typically hazardous in residential settings with normal use patterns.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Heavy metals
Liquid cleaners in this product category are not formulated with pigments, ceramic coatings, or textiles and carry no established record of heavy metal contamination in plant-derived formulations.
Source, FDA ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day is owned by SC Johnson and positions itself in the plant-derived, eco-conscious cleaning market. The brand does not prominently disclose PFAS testing or avoidance statements on this product, though liquid cleaners rarely require such claims. SC Johnson has faced historical scrutiny over ingredient transparency, but Mrs. Meyer's line maintains third-party certifications including Leaping Bunny (cruelty-free) and has no established recalls or safety controversies specific to this product line.
How it compares in its category
All-purpose liquid cleaners vary widely in active ingredient strength and fragrance source. Plant-derived alternatives like Mrs. Meyer's typically rely on botanical surfactants rather than synthetic ones, positioning them as lower concern than petroleum-based equivalents for typical household use. This product competes in the premium eco-conscious segment and is comparable in hazard profile to other plant-derived all-purpose cleaners; it contains no known restricted substances at levels of concern for diluted household application.
If you buy it
Dilute according to label instructions before use; concentrated cleaner should not contact skin directly. Store in a cool, dry location away from heat or direct sunlight, as essential oil fragrances can degrade or volatilize if exposed to high temperatures. Use in well-ventilated spaces when cleaning, especially if sensitive to fragrance compounds. Keep out of reach of children and pets; if ingested, contact Poison Control immediately.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 78% 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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