Murphy Oil Soap · Fabric Stain Guard Sprays
Murphy's 22 oz Oil Soap Spray
Low risk. Oil soap sprays are unlikely to contain PFAS.
Traditional mineral oil and soap spray without nonstick, waterproof, or stain-resistant treatments. No PFAS statements from the brand, but the product type itself suggests minimal chemical risk.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
mineral oil and soap surfactants in aqueous spray
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Murphy's 22 oz Oil Soap Spray is made of, ingredients and materials
Murphy Oil Soap is a mineral oil and plant-based soap surfactant blend in water, designed as a wood floor and furniture cleaner. Mineral oil is a refined petroleum byproduct that does not bioaccumulate or exhibit acute toxicity at household exposure levels. The soap component breaks down grease and is biodegradable. This formulation avoids harsh solvents, corrosive alkalies, and synthetic detergent residues that accumulate on floors.
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.
Mineral oil residue buildup on floors
Repeated heavy application of oil-based cleaners can create a slippery film, especially on smooth flooring. This is a use-pattern hazard, not a chemical one, and is prevented by diluting and wiping dry.
Eye and skin irritation from spray
The soap surfactant in aqueous suspension can irritate mucous membranes if sprayed directly into eyes or inhaled as mist. This is consistent with typical household cleaners; rinsing resolves irritation.
Inhalation of mineral oil mist
Prolonged or heavy inhalation of spray mist in poorly ventilated spaces could cause upper respiratory irritation. Standard household use with normal ventilation presents minimal risk.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Heavy metals
Refined mineral oils used in consumer products are heavily processed and tested for heavy metals; no recalls or reports exist for Murphy Oil Soap on this hazard.
Source, FDA ↗Formaldehyde / VOCs
Oil soap formulations typically use sodium benzoate or similar preservatives; no hazard of formaldehyde-releasing compounds on record in standard mineral oil plus soap blends.
Source, ATSDR ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Murphy Oil Soap (Colgate-Palmolive subsidiary) does not publish full Safety Data Sheets online for consumer spray products, which is common for over-the-counter cleaners but limits transparency. The brand has no publicized recalls for this product line. No PFAS claims appear in marketing or SEC filings, and the mineral oil and soap base makes PFAS inclusion unlikely. The company's environmental and safety stance on this product remains largely undisclosed.
How it compares in its category
Oil soap sprays are among the gentler wood and hard-surface cleaners on the market; they pose lower risk than petroleum-distillate based mineral spirits or strong alkaline degreasers. Compared to water-only or plant-extract cleaners, oil soap offers better grease removal but adds slickness to floors. Compared to synthetic surfactant blends, mineral oil is less likely to leave biofilm-attracting residues, though it can accumulate if overused.
If you buy it
Use sparingly on floors to avoid buildup and slipping hazards; wipe floors dry after application. Avoid contact with eyes; rinse immediately if exposure occurs. Not recommended for use on unsealed wood, stone, or tile without prior testing on a hidden spot. Store in original spray bottle away from heat. No special replacement schedule; discard if container leaks or spray mechanism fails.
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
- Murphy Oil Soap has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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