Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day · All-Purpose Cleaner
Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Peppermint All-Purpose Cleaner Spray
Liquid cleaner with no known PFAS risk. Skip only if seeking third-party verification.
Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day uses plant-derived cleaning agents and essential oils with no disclosed PFAS-based ingredients or surfactants. Liquid cleaners typically pose lower PFAS concern than coated products or treated textiles.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
water, plant-derived surfactants, essential oil
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Cleaner Spray is made of, ingredients and materials
Mrs. Meyer's Peppermint All-Purpose Cleaner is a dilute aqueous solution built on plant-derived surfactants (primarily coconut oil- and palm oil-based cleansing agents) rather than petrochemical equivalents like linear alkylbenzene sulfonate. The product includes peppermint essential oil as fragrance and botanical preservatives. This formulation eliminates the Teflon-type coating (Teflon) and toxic solvent risks present in some industrial or heavy-duty spray cleaners, though the efficacy on grease and buildup is correspondingly lower than those products.
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 (peppermint essential oil)
Peppermint oil can trigger contact dermatitis or respiratory irritation in sensitive individuals; no documented adverse event pattern exists for this product, but those with fragrance sensitivities should test on skin or use gloves.
Aquatic/environmental impact from surfactants
Plant-derived surfactants are biodegradable faster than petrochemical ones, but concentrated residues entering waterways can still affect aquatic ecosystems; proper disposal and appropriate dilution minimize this risk.
Spray inhalation of mist
Any spray cleaner poses a minor inhalation hazard if used in poorly ventilated spaces; Mrs. Meyer's contains no acutely toxic components, but essential oil aerosolization can irritate airways in sensitive users or children.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Botanical preservative safety (unlabeled specifics)
Mrs. Meyer's uses plant-derived preservatives (typically citric acid or phenoxyethanol in low concentration), but exact formulation is proprietary and not disclosed on the label, so long-term toxicity data specific to the blend is not publicly available.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Mrs. Meyer's (owned by SC Johnson) does not publicly disclose third-party certifications such as EPA Safer Choice or EWG Verified for this product, nor does the brand take an explicit public stance on PFAS avoidance. However, the product formulation itself contains no known PFAS inputs. The brand has faced no documented recalls or regulatory warnings specific to this cleaner. Ingredient lists are available on the label and online, supporting basic transparency.
How it compares in its category
Plant-based all-purpose cleaners occupy a middle ground, they avoid harsh volatile organics and heavy-duty solvents that characterize conventional spray cleaners, but they typically underperform on tough stains and grease compared to ammonia or bleach products. Mrs. Meyer's sits near competitors like Seventh Generation and Ecos in safety profile, though it lacks third-party eco-certification. For general kitchen and bathroom wiping, it is representative of the category's capability.
If you buy it
Spray on surfaces and wipe with cloth or sponge; no special precautions required for routine use. Do not mix with bleach, ammonia, or other cleaners, as this can produce hazardous gases regardless of the base product's safety. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve the essential oil component. Replace when the spray mechanism fails or the liquid separates noticeably.
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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