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Spic and Span Multi-Surface & Floor Cleaner, Citrus Fresh


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CATEGORY

All purpose/Multi-surface

BRAND

Spic and Span

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
  • MODERATE
    Developmental & Reproductive Toxicity
  • LOW
    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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NONOXYNOL-9
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CONCERNS High Concern: developmental/endocrine/reproductive effects; Moderate Concern: acute aquatic toxicity, chronic aquatic toxicity

Concerns from [PHENOL, P-NONYL-]: Some Concern: acute aquatic toxicity, developmental/endocrine/reproductive effects, general systemic/organ effects, 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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C
UNSPECIFIED QUALITY CONTROL AGENTS
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C
TETRASODIUM EDTA
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CONCERNS Some Concern: biodegradation
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C
SODIUM XYLENE SULFONATE
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CONCERNS Some Concern: general systemic/organ effects, damage to vision
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C
COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE
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CONCERNS Some Concern: chronic aquatic toxicity, acute aquatic toxicity, damage to vision

Concerns from [3-DIMETHYLAMINOPROPYLAMINE]: Some Concern: general systemic/organ effects, skin irritation/allergies/damage, respiratory effects, damage to vision, developmental/endocrine/reproductive effects

Concerns from [NITROSAMINES]: Some Concern: cancer
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C
FD&C RED NO. 4 (CI 14700)
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CONCERNS Some Concern: developmental/endocrine/reproductive effects, cancer
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C
D&C ORANGE NO. 4 (CI 15510)
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CONCERNS Some Concern: general systemic/organ effects, developmental/endocrine/reproductive effects
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A
WATER
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A
SODIUM HYDROXIDE
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CONCERNS Some Concern: respiratory effects, skin irritation/allergies/damage
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A
SODIUM CARBONATE
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CONCERNS Some Concern: damage to vision
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A
CITRIC ACID
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A
COCONUT FATTY ACID
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CLEANING AGENTS
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CONCERNS This non-specific ingredient was better disclosed elsewhere by the company
COLORANT
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CONCERNS This non-specific ingredient was better disclosed elsewhere by the company

Ingredients from the label

Cleaning agents, quality control agents, perfume, colorant and water


Directions from Packaging

For toughest jobs, use full strength. Pour directly onto the stain or onto a damp sponge. Wipe and rinse. For large area jobs, use diluted. Mix 1/4 of Spic and Span Cleaner and 1/2 bucket (1 gallon) warm water for best cleaning results. Apply with a sponge or mop. No need to rinse.


Warnings

EYE & SKIN IRRITANT. MAY BE HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN AND PETS. IRRITATING TO EYES, SKIN & MUCOUS MEMBRANES. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. MAY BE HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED. In case of accidental contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for 20 minutes. Remove any contact lenses after first 5 minutes and continue to flush eyes with water. If irritation develops or persists, contact a doctor. SKIN: In case of accidental contact, wash skin thoroughly with water. Remove contaminated clothing and continue to wash with water. If irritation develops or persists, contact a doctor. IF SWALLOWED: Do not induce vomiting. Drink 1-2 glasses of water and contact a doctor or Poison Control Center immediately. Have the product container or label with you when calling or going for treatment. CAUTION: Not recommended for carpets, upholstery, aluminum, glass, laundry, or mixing with bleach or ammonia. If unfamiliar with the surface, test on a small inconspicuous area first.

This product is not certified as a green cleaner.

Unknown:

Leading international certifiers PETA and Leaping Bunny have no information concerning this company’s use of animal testing.



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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