Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day · All-Purpose Cleaner
Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Multi-Surface Concentrate
Lower concern liquid cleaner, no PFAS-typical triggers evident.
Mrs. Meyer's Multi-Surface Concentrate is a water-based cleaning product with no known PFAS-associated materials or coatings. Brand makes no PFAS disclosure, but liquid concentrates rarely contain PFAS.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
water-based concentrate surfactants
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Concentrate is made of, ingredients and materials
Mrs. Meyer's Multi-Surface Concentrate is a water-based surfactant formulation designed for dilution before use. The product relies on plant-derived cleaning agents and water as its primary components, avoiding the synthetic detergent extremes found in some conventional cleaners. Concentrate format means fewer transport emissions and plastic volume per use, though the container itself remains a source of end-of-life waste.
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 and essential oils
Mrs. Meyer's Multi-Surface lines contain botanical extracts and fragrance blends. Essential oils and plant-derived scent compounds can trigger contact dermatitis or respiratory sensitivity in susceptible individuals; no formulation-specific allergen documentation is publicly available.
Surfactant skin and eye irritation
Water-based surfactants are mild relative to solvent cleaners but can cause irritation if concentrate contacts skin or eyes undiluted. The product label carries standard hazard warnings for eye contact and skin exposure; safe use requires proper dilution and handling.
Aquatic and environmental persistence
Plant-derived surfactants are generally more biodegradable than synthetic alternatives, but specific environmental fate data for this formulation is not published. Surfactant blends can still affect aquatic ecosystems if released in high concentration; proper disposal (not poured down storm drains in bulk) is advised.
Inhalation risk from spray or aerosolization
When diluted and used as directed, inhalation risk is low in ventilated spaces. However, if concentrate is accidentally aerosolized or spray use occurs in poorly ventilated areas, respiratory irritation from surfactants and essential oils is possible; use in well-ventilated rooms.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Container leachables (plastic)
No specific leachate hazards have been documented for this product's container. The plastic bottle is intended for liquid storage at room temperature and poses minimal risk if stored as directed; however, material composition of the bottle itself is not disclosed on product packaging or brand website.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Mrs. Meyer's is owned by S.C. Johnson and markets itself on plant-based, naturally-derived positioning. The brand does not publish comprehensive ingredient decks on all SKUs, though the multi-surface line lists botanical extracts and essential oils openly on product packaging. No established recalls or safety controversies are on record for this product line. The brand does not explicitly claim PFAS-free status, though testing has not flagged typical per- and polyfluorinated compounds in this water-based format.
How it compares in its category
Water-based cleaners like this sit at the lower end of VOC and respiratory irritant concern versus solvent-heavy or ammonia-based alternatives. Concentrate format is less wasteful than ready-to-use sprays. Plant-derived surfactant cleaners are generally less likely to contain phthalates or legacy industrial chemicals than bargain-tier conventional products, though efficacy and environmental persistence vary by specific surfactant type (not disclosed on label).
If you buy it
Dilute according to label instructions; do not use concentrate undiluted, as concentrated surfactants can irritate skin and eyes. Store away from heat and direct sunlight to prevent container degradation. Use in well-ventilated spaces, especially if sensitive to fragrance or essential oils. Keep away from children and pets; rinse surfaces thoroughly after cleaning if used on food-contact areas.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 72% 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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2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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