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Clorox Bleach Pen Gel


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CATEGORY

Fabric/Upholstery Stain Prevention

BRAND

Clorox

DATA LAST UPDATED

September 10, 2012

Ingredient concerns

See how this product scores for common concerns.

Health Concerns

  • SOME
    Asthma / Respiratory
  • No Data
    Skin Allergies & Irritation
  • LOW
    Developmental & Reproductive Toxicity
  • No Data
    Cancer
  • MODERATE
    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.

F
SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE
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CONCERNS High Concern: acute aquatic toxicity

Concerns from [CHLORINE]: Some Concern: respiratory effects, general systemic/organ effects, skin irritation/allergies/damage, damage to vision

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

Concerns from [CARBON TETRACHLORIDE]: Some Concern: general systemic/organ effects, cancer

Concerns from [1,1-DICHLOROETHYLENE]: Some Concern: kidney and urinary effects, general systemic/organ effects, cancer
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D
NONIONIC SURFACTANTS
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CONCERNS Disclosure Concern: non-specific ingredient
D
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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C
ALUMINA
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CONCERNS Some Concern: respiratory effects, skin irritation/allergies/damage
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C
AMINE OXIDES
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B
ALKYL SULFONATES
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CONCERNS Disclosure Concern: non-specific ingredient
B
SODIUM SILICATE
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CONCERNS Some Concern: skin irritation/allergies/damage, damage to vision
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A
WATER
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A
SODIUM LAURATE
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A
SODIUM CHLORIDE
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A
SODIUM HYDROXIDE
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CONCERNS Some Concern: respiratory effects, skin irritation/allergies/damage
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ANIONIC SURFACTANTS
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Ingredients from the label

Anionic and nonionic surfactants, sodium hypochlorite bleach.


Directions from Packaging

SHAKE BEFORE USE. Unscrew cap on chosen tip. Squeeze and apply liberally. Rub with tip. Replace cap after use. Wipe or rinse clean. Repeat if desired. Laundry: Treat stain on white areas of garment. Rub into stain. Wash immediately with an all or mostly white load. Do not treat garment while wearing. Not recommended for use on colored portion of garments, dry-clean-only fabrics and fine fabrics, such as wool, silk, linen, mohair, leather and spandex. If in doubt about colorfastness, apply small amount of product onto hidden seam. Rinse and let dry. If no color change, use as directed. Household surfaces: Apply to stain. Rub. Rinse or wipe clean. Do not use on silver. Avoid prolonged contact on plastic laminate countertops and metal surfaces, and rinse promptly after use. Some stains, such as rust, permanent inks and dyes, may be impossible to remove. DO NOT FREEZE.


Warnings

EYE IRRITANT. Avoid contact with eyes. May cause skin irritation. For sensitive skin or prolonged use, wear rubber gloves. FIRST AID: EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes. IF SWALLOWED: Drink a glassful of water. Do not induce vomiting. Call a doctor or poison control center immediately. PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL HAZARDS: Do not use or mix with other household cleaning products, as hazardous gases may result. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

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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