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Total Home Disinfecting Spray, Fresh Linen Scent


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CATEGORY

Disinfectant

BRAND

Total Home

DATA LAST UPDATED

February 21, 2020

Ingredient concerns

See how this product scores for common concerns.

Health Concerns

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

Ingredient scores

Ingredient Disclosure: good

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

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GALAXOLIDE
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CONCERNS High Concern: acute aquatic toxicity, chronic aquatic toxicity; Some Concern: skin irritation/allergies/damage, developmental/endocrine/reproductive effects
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N-ALKYL (C12 68%, C14 32%) DIMETHYL ETHYLBENZYL AMMONIUM CHLORIDE
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CONCERNS Moderate Concern: respiratory effects; Some Concern: developmental/endocrine/reproductive effects, immune system effects, nervous system effects
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SODIUM NITRITE
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CONCERNS Moderate Concern: acute aquatic toxicity; Some Concern: general systemic/organ effects, developmental/endocrine/reproductive effects, damage to vision
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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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D
AMMONIUM HYDROXIDE
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CONCERNS High Concern: acute aquatic toxicity; Some Concern: respiratory effects, damage to vision

Concerns from [AMMONIA GAS]: Some Concern: respiratory effects, general systemic/organ effects, damage to vision, skin irritation/allergies/damage
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HEXYL CINNAMAL
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CONCERNS Some Concern: skin irritation/allergies/damage, general systemic/organ effects, developmental/endocrine/reproductive effects
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ALKYL DIMETHYL BENZYL AMMONIUM CHLORIDE (C14 60%, C16 30%, C12 5%, C18 5%)
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CONCERNS Some Concern: developmental/endocrine/reproductive effects, immune system effects, nervous system effects
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C
BUTANE
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CONCERNS

Concerns from [BUTADIENE]: Some Concern: developmental/endocrine/reproductive effects, cancer, damage to DNA
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C
PROPANE
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POLYSORBATE-20
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CONCERNS Some Concern: skin irritation/allergies/damage

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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ALKYL DIMETHYL ETHYLBENZYL AMMONIUM CHLORIDES (C12-18)
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CONCERNS Some Concern: developmental/endocrine/reproductive effects, immune system effects, nervous system effects
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C
LINALOOL
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CONCERNS Some Concern: skin irritation/allergies/damage, developmental/endocrine/reproductive effects, damage to vision

Concerns from [FORMALDEHYDE]: Some Concern: cancer, general systemic/organ effects, skin irritation/allergies/damage, respiratory effects, acute aquatic toxicity
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B
SODIUM BENZOATE
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CONCERNS Some Concern: developmental/endocrine/reproductive effects, damage to vision
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ETHANOL
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WATER
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ETHANOL ALCOHOL DENATURED
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Ingredients from the label

n-Alkyl (60% C14, 30% C16, 5% C12, 5% C18) dimethylbenzyl ammonium chloride (0.1%), n-Alkyl (68% C12, 32% C14) dimethyl ethylbenzyl ammonium chloride (0.1%), ethanol (30.8%), SODIUM NITRITE


Directions from Packaging

DIRECTIONS FOR USE: It is a violation of federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling. This product is not to be used as a terminal sterilant/high-level disinfectant on any surface or instrument that (1) is introduced directly into the human body, either into or in contact with the bloodstream or normally sterile areas of the body, or (2) contacts intact mucous membranes but which does not ordinarily penetrate the blood barrier or otherwise enter normally sterile areas of the body. This product may be used to preclean or decontaminate critical or semi-critical medical devices prior to sterilization or high level disinfection.; FOR DISINFECTION OF INANIMATE SURFACES: The disinfectant spray is a germicide that kills Staphylococcus aureus, Salmonella enterica, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Streptococcus pyogenes, Vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus faecalis (VRE) and Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). Use to disinfect metal or glazed porcelain urinals, plastic or ceramic tile shower stalls, metal or plastic diaper pails, garbage cans, light switches and telephones, and non-wood surfaces of toilet seats, empty hampers, athletic equipment, and lockers. *Virucidal: Kills Rhinovirus Type 39 (the leading cause of the common cold). Kills Pandemic 2009 (H1N1) Influenza A Virus and it is also effective against flu virus on hard, nonporous inanimate surfaces.; DIRECTIONS: Clean object to be sprayed using usual cleaning methods. HOLD DISPENSER UPRIGHT and spray 6 inches from surface until surface is wet. Allow disinfectant spray to remain on the surface for 10 minutes before wiping off. It kills Trichophyton mentagrophytes (athlete's foot fungus) on hard, nonporous inanimate surfaces in appropriate areas such as shower room floors, locker room benches, or bath mats.; FOR SANITIZING INANIMATE, NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES: **Sanitizes: Kills 99.9% Staphylococcus aureus (staph), Klebsiella pneumoniae (K. pneumoniae), Escherichia coli, Campylobacter jejuni and Salmonella enterica on hard, nonporous surfaces in 20 seconds. Use to sanitize inanimate, hard, nonporous, nonfood contact surfaces. DIRECTIONS: Clean object to be sprayed using usual cleaning methods. HOLD DISPENSER UPRIGHT and spray 6 inches from surface until surface is wet. Allow disinfectant spray to remain on the surface for 20 seconds before wiping off.; FOR SANITIZING SOFT, NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES (FABRICS): **Sanitizes: Kills 99.9% Enterobacter aerogenes and Staphylococcus aureus on soft, non-food contact surfaces in 60 seconds. Use to sanitize soft surfaces like couches, sofas, mattresses, pet beds, etc. DIRECTIONS: Spray until fabric is wet. DO NOT SATURATE. Fabric must remain wet for 60 seconds. Let air dry. For difficult odors repeat application. Do not apply on silk, rayon acetate or satin fabrics. Always test on a hidden area of fabrics first.; FOR CONTROL OF MOLD & MILDEW: Prevent mold and mildew on hard surfaces such as glazed ceramic, metal and glass, in basement closets, attic storage areas, summer cottages. DIRECTIONS: Clean object by usual cleaning methods. HOLD DISPENSER UPRIGHT and spray 6 inches from surface until surface is wet. Repeat application every seven days or when new growth appears.; FOR SPACE DEODORIZER & AIR FRESHENER: Use to deodorize meeting room, classroom, kitchen, bathroom, sickroom, living room, and churches. DIRECTIONS: HOLD CAN UPRIGHT and point valve opening away from face. Spray upward for 3 seconds into corners as well as center of room, filling room with mist.


Warnings

CAUTION KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN; PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS: HAZARDS TO HUMANS & DOMESTIC ANIMALS; CAUTION May cause eye irritation. Avoid contact with the eyes and skin. Avoid breathing of spray mist. Avoid contamination of foodstuff.; FIRST AID IF IN EYES: Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15-20 minutes. Remove contact lens, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing eye. Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice. Have the product container or label with you when calling a poison control center or doctor, or going for treatment.; PHYSICAL OR CHEMICAL HAZARDS: FLAMMABLE. Contents under pressure. DO NOT PUNCTURE. Do not use or store near heat or open flame. Exposure to temperatures above 120 [degrees] F may cause bursting. Never throw container into fire or incinerator. Do not spray on varnished, painted, or plastic surfaces. 

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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