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OxiClean Laundry Stain Remover Spray


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CATEGORY

Fabric/Upholstery Stain Prevention

BRAND

OxiClean

DATA LAST UPDATED

September 10, 2012

Ingredient concerns

See how this product scores for common concerns.

Health Concerns

  • SOME
    Asthma / Respiratory
  • SOME
    Skin Allergies & Irritation
  • SOME
    Developmental & Reproductive Toxicity
  • SOME
    Cancer
  • SOME
    Environment

Ingredient scores

Ingredient Disclosure: poor

Ingredients are scored based on their formulation and concentration in this product. Click on an ingredient for more information.

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ACRYLIC POLYMER
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CONCERNS Moderate Concern: biodegradation
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ALCOHOL ETHOXYLATES (C12-15)
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CONCERNS Moderate Concern: acute aquatic toxicity, chronic aquatic toxicity; Some Concern: skin irritation/allergies/damage, damage to vision

Concerns from [ETHYLENE OXIDE]: Some Concern: cancer, developmental/endocrine/reproductive effects, damage to DNA, respiratory effects, general systemic/organ effects, nervous system effects, skin irritation/allergies/damage, damage to vision

Concerns from [1,4-DIOXANE]: Some Concern: cancer, digestive system effects, respiratory effects, skin irritation/allergies/damage
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FRAGRANCE
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CONCERNS Some Concern: skin irritation/allergies/damage, acute aquatic toxicity, respiratory effects, biodegradation;
Disclosure Concern: non-specific ingredient
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SODIUM POLYACRYLATE
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CONCERNS Moderate Concern: biodegradation

Concerns from [ACRYLIC ACID]: Some Concern: acute aquatic toxicity, general systemic/organ effects, skin irritation/allergies/damage, respiratory effects, damage to vision
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ALCOHOL ETHOXYLATES (C12)
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CONCERNS Some Concern: skin irritation/allergies/damage, damage to vision

Concerns from [ETHYLENE OXIDE]: Some Concern: cancer, developmental/endocrine/reproductive effects, damage to DNA, respiratory effects, general systemic/organ effects, nervous system effects, skin irritation/allergies/damage, damage to vision

Concerns from [1,4-DIOXANE]: Some Concern: cancer, digestive system effects, respiratory effects, skin irritation/allergies/damage
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LINEAR ALKYLBENZENE SULFONATES
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CONCERNS Disclosure Concern: non-specific ingredient
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ALCOHOL ETHOXYLATES (C10-16)
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CONCERNS Some Concern: chronic aquatic toxicity, acute aquatic toxicity

Concerns from [ETHYLENE OXIDE]: Some Concern: cancer, developmental/endocrine/reproductive effects, damage to DNA, general systemic/organ effects, respiratory effects, nervous system effects, skin irritation/allergies/damage, damage to vision

Concerns from [1,4-DIOXANE]: Some Concern: cancer, digestive system effects, respiratory effects, skin irritation/allergies/damage
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HYDROGEN PEROXIDE
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CONCERNS Some Concern: respiratory effects, skin irritation/allergies/damage
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WATER
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SODIUM HYDROXIDE
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CONCERNS Some Concern: respiratory effects, skin irritation/allergies/damage
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SURFACTANTS
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Ingredients from the label

surfactants, hydrogen peroxide


Directions from Packaging

REMOVE AS MUCH OF THE EXCESS STAIN AS POSSIBLE. Laundry: 1. Spray directly onto spot or stain until saturated. 2. Rub into fabric and let stand for up to 10 minutes depending upon the severity of the stain. 3. Wash with your normal detergent. Upholstery: Use only on water-washable upholstery. Do not spray directly on stain. 1. Spray on clean white towel and use towel to blot out stain. 2. Dampen a clean white towel with water and blot area to rinse. Kitchen/Bathroom: 1. Spray on soiled area to wipe clean. Rinse if necesssary. Tougher stains may require longer penetration or an additional application. USAGE GUIDELINES: Test first in an inconspicuous area. Do not use on wool, wool blends, silk, silk blends, leather and fabrics labeled dry clean only. For best results, treat stains while still fresh. Some stains may require additional treatments. do not let dry on fabric. Always follow manufacturer's guidelines for item being cleaned.


Warnings

PRECAUTIONS: CAUTION:KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. Causes eye irritation. Harmful if swallowed.Prolonged skin coontact causes skin irritation. Wash hands after using.Store in a cool area. Avoid contact with painted surfaces. Contains surfactants and hydrogen peroxide. Forst Aid: If ingested, drink a glass of milk or water. Do not induce vomiting. Seek immediate medical attention. In case of eye contact, immediately flush eyes with water for 15 minutes. Contact a physician. If on skin, flush area with water.

This product is not certified as a green cleaner.

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Understanding scores

EWG provides information on cleaning product ingredients from the published scientific literature, to supplement incomplete data available from companies and the government. The ratings indicate the relative level of concern posed by exposure to the ingredients in this product - not the product itself - compared to other product formulations. The ratings reflect potential health hazards but do not account for the level of exposure or individual susceptibility, factors which determine actual health risks, if any.

HOW WE DETERMINE SCORES

Hazard score

The Healthy Cleaning ingredient hazard score, from A to F, reflects known and suspected hazards linked to the ingredients. The EWG VERIFIED® mark means a product meets EWG’s strictest criteria for transparency and health.

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