Ingredients from the label
What appears on the label: sodium percarbonate, sodium carbonate
Text from the label
As it appears in the database
Warnings & Directions
Directions for Use:
Tough Laundry Stains: Mix Until Completely Dissolved. Use Warmest Water Possible. Soak For Best Results
1. MIX: Fill to line 2 to 4 per gallon of water. Submerge stained items in solution after dissolved. Line 2 for typical stains or Line 4 for extra tough stains.
2. SOAK 1-6 hours. Depending on severity of stain, some stains may require time to soak. For best results soak for 6 hours.
3. WASH as normal with detergent and OxiClean.
Cleaner, Whiter, Brighter: Add To Every Load. Safe For All Colors
TOP LOADER: Fill washer with water. Add OxiClean and detergent BEFORE adding laundry. Fill to Line 1 for regular loads, or more for large or heavily soiled loads.
HE WASHER**: Add OxiClean to washer BEFORE adding laundry. ** Do not mix OxiClean with detergent in the dispenser. Read your HE owner's manual for instructions.
READ BEFORE USE. DIRECTIONS:
1) Always test OxiClean on an inconspicuous area first. Rinse, allow to dry. Safe of colorfast fabrics only.
2) Follow manufacture's instructions for water temperature and for cleaning garment or item
3) Do not use on wool, wool blends, silk, silk blends, leather or on fabrics labeled dry clean only. Not for use on jewelry, latex paints, woven baskets, unpainted wicker, jute, teak, or finished woods. Metals must not be soaked and must be rinsed immediately and thoroughly. Not for use on rust, dried paint, or bleach damage. Safe for septic tanks.
4) OxiClean works best in warm to hot water. If washing with cold water, first dissolve OxiClean in 16 oz. of warm to hot water. Add to cold water.
5) Treat stains while fresh. Always rinse well with cool water. Do not place fabric that has not been thoroughly rinse into dryer.
6) Some stains require repeated or longer treatments. Adding more OxiClean powder than directed increases the risk of color loss.
Caution:
INJURIOUS TO EYES. HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED. READ WARNINGS ON SIDE PANEL.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
WARNING: INJURIOUS TO EYES. HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED. Contains sodium percarbonate and sodium carbonate. Avoid powder or solution contact with eyes and prolonged skin contact (wear gloves). EYE CONTACT: Flush with water for 15 minutes; seek medical attention immediately. IF SWALLOWED: Drink a glass of water; do not induce vomiting; seek medical attention immediately. SKIN CONTACT: Flush with water. Do not mix with products containing ammonia, chlorine bleach, or other household chemicals. Do not store solutions for more than 6 hours, as pressure can build up and the container may rupture causing injury.
Product versions
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Top scoring factors: Some concern for chronic aquatic toxicity; acute aquatic toxicity; biodegradation
Top scoring factors: Some concern for respiratory effects; damage to vision; acute aquatic toxicity
Animal Testing
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