Cleaning Product Ingredients

Ammonia

Can irritate the skin, eyes and respiratory passages Very toxic when inhaled in concentrated form Can affect ecosystems leading to adverse affects to plants, animals and fish Found in glass cleaners, all-purpose cleaners, disinfectants and more

Artificial Fragrances

Derived in large part from petrochemicals Some are carcinogenic, and others contain or release formaldehyde Often cause headaches, skin irritation, nausea and allergies

Chlorine

One of today's most heavily used chemicals This toxic chemical causes the most poisonings in our homes each year in the U.S.  In 1993, the American Public Health Association passed a resolution urging the American industry to stop using chlorine. There is growing evidence that chlorinated drinking water causes bladder and rectal cancer Chlorine can irritate the lungs, damage skin, eyes and other membranes Chlorine is listed in the 1990 Clean Air Act as a hazardous air pollutant Found in bleached paper products, such as paper towels, toilet paper, etc. Also found in dishwasher detergent, laundry bleach, tub and tile cleaners and more

Petroleum Distillates (includes toluene, xylene and benzene)

Skin, Respiratory and eye irritant Can lead to brain damage Many petroleum distillates are carcinogenic Found in laundry stain removers, pesticides, furniture polish and other home cleaners.

Phenols

Suspected carcinogen Can cause swelling and hives Internal consumption very toxic Found in laundry detergents, disinfectants, all-purpose cleaners and furniture polish.

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