Simple Green · All-Purpose Cleaner
Simple Green All-Purpose Cleaner - Lemon Scent
Lower concern. Liquid cleaner with no known PFAS risk factors.
Simple Green All-Purpose Cleaner is a water-based liquid concentrate with no typical PFAS application. The brand discloses no PFAS claims, but the product category poses minimal inherent PFAS concern.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
Aqueous cleaner concentrate, surfactants, citrus extract
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Simple Green All-Purpose Lemon Scent is made of, ingredients and materials
Simple Green All-Purpose Cleaner is an aqueous concentrate based on surfactants and citrus extract (d-limonene), not organic solvents or petroleum distillates. The lemon scent comes from natural citrus oils rather than synthetic fragrance compounds. Aqueous cleaners of this type carry minimal concern for volatile organic compound (VOC) off-gassing compared to solvent-based products, and citrus-derived ingredients are biodegradable. When diluted per label instructions before use, the product presents lower inhalation and dermal absorption risk than concentrated form.
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.
Eye and skin irritation from concentrate
Simple Green concentrate formulations carry eye and skin irritant warnings on labels. Risk is low when diluted per instructions and handled with standard precautions; hazard applies mainly to undiluted concentrate.
d-limonene respiratory sensitization
Citrus extract (d-limonene) is a known respiratory irritant and sensitizer at high concentrations; concentrated product may pose risk in poorly ventilated spaces. Dilution and use in ventilated areas substantially reduces concern.
Fragrance allergen from lemon scent
Lemon/citrus fragrances derived from natural oils or synthesis can trigger contact dermatitis or respiratory sensitivity in predisposed individuals. No known recalls or complaints specific to this product formulation.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Surfactant ecotoxicity and biodegradation
No specific hazard record for Simple Green surfactants, though aqueous surfactant cleaners in general are designed for biodegradability. Disposal into waterways should be avoided; use appropriate drain or waste disposal.
Container degradation and leachables
No public record of chemical leaching from Simple Green bottles under normal storage. Standard plastic concentrate containers are unlikely to leach into the aqueous cleaner itself, though container material (typically HDPE) is not officially disclosed.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Simple Green (Weiman Products, LLC) does not publicly disclose ingredient percentages or full chemical composition, though the product is not listed as a hazardous substance under OSHA or EPA hazard communication databases. No major product recalls or safety litigation involving this cleaner appear in public records. The brand has not published a formal PFAS policy, but the aqueous formulation and absence of stain-resist or water-repellent claims indicate no intentional PFAS use. Certification status is unclear; the product does not carry EPA Safer Choice or Green Seal labeling.
How it compares in its category
Among all-purpose cleaners, Simple Green concentrates occupy a middle tier, safer than solvent-based degreasers (mineral spirits, turpentine) and phenolic disinfectants, but less transparent than certified eco-cleaners with published ingredient lists and third-party verification. Aqueous surfactant cleaners are broadly considered lower-hazard than aerosol sprays, which carry inhalation risk. Price and efficacy place it as a practical alternative to both harsh chlorine cleaners and premium plant-based brands, with trade-offs in disclosure.
If you buy it
Always dilute concentrate according to label directions before use; undiluted product may irritate skin and eyes. Use in well-ventilated spaces, especially when handling concentrate, though VOC risk is low. Wear gloves and avoid ingestion or contact with eyes; rinse thoroughly with water if exposure occurs. Store away from children and pets; the citrus extract and surfactants are not food-grade. Concentrate shelf life is typically 2-3 years unopened; discard if separation or odor changes occur.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 82% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Simple Green has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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