Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day · Dish Soap
Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Peony Dish Soap
Liquid dish soap formulation carries lower PFAS concern than coatings or treated textiles.
Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day dish soap is a liquid cleaner without known PFAS-prone materials like Teflon-family coating coatings or water-repellent finishes. No brand PFAS disclosure found, but liquid soaps are not typical PFAS vectors.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
Water, plant-derived surfactants, essential oils
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Peony Dish Soap is made of, ingredients and materials
Mrs. Meyer's Peony Dish Soap is formulated primarily from water and plant-derived surfactants, with essential oils for fragrance and cleaning boost. Liquid soap formulations lack the coating, ceramic, or treated-fiber hazards present in cookware, textiles, or hard goods. The surfactant base is the primary active ingredient and is not known to accumulate toxins during normal use as a rinse-off product.
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 sensitizers (essential oils)
Peony scent is derived from essential oils, which can trigger contact dermatitis or respiratory sensitivity in a subset of users. No specific allergic reactions to this formulation are documented in public records, but essential oil fragrance is a known allergen class.
Container leachate (if bottled in plastic)
If packaged in polycarbonate or other recycled plastic, minor leaching of BPA or other plasticizers is theoretically possible over extended storage, though likelihood is low for a rinse-off product. Label does not specify plastic type; this is a minor concern typical of all bottled cleaners.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
1,4-dioxane contamination (non-ionic surfactant trace)
Plant-derived and EWG-verified formulations typically screen for 1,4-dioxane, a byproduct of ethoxylation in some synthetic surfactants. No testing or contamination records specific to this product are publicly available; EWG Verified status suggests manufacturer testing, but full transparency is not disclosed.
Skin irritation from surfactants at high concentration
Surfactants can cause mild irritation if left undiluted on skin, but this product is formulated for dilution in dishwater and rapid rinse-off. No elevated irritancy reports for this brand are on record when used as directed.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Mrs. Meyer's (owned by S.C. Johnson) makes limited public disclosure of full ingredient sourcing or manufacturing testing beyond label claims of plant-derived ingredients and EWG Verified status. No major recalls or safety controversies related to this product are on record. The brand does not prominently advertise PFAS avoidance in liquid soap, though liquid formulations are inherently lower-risk for PFAS than treated goods.
How it compares in its category
Liquid dish soaps are among the lowest-hazard consumer cleaning products because they are diluted, rinse-off applications with minimal skin contact duration. Mrs. Meyer's plant-based surfactant approach is comparable to other plant-derived and EWG-verified brands (Seventh Generation, Ecos) and carries no known elevated risk versus conventional soaps. Fragrance from essential oils is a potential allergen concern for sensitive individuals but is not unique to this brand.
If you buy it
Use as directed on the label; no special precautions needed beyond normal dishwashing practice. Avoid prolonged skin contact if you have fragrance sensitivity; rinse hands thoroughly after use. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve essential oil integrity and prevent container degradation. No special replacement or maintenance requirements beyond standard use until the product is depleted.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 88% 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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