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Ammonia

A pungent alkali. Harsh on airways and never to be mixed with bleach.

Also known as: ammonium hydroxide, ammonia vapour

CAS #: 1336-21-6

Puppy Safety
3.0
Adult Dog Safety
4.0
Paw Safety
4.0
Respiratory Safety
3.0
Licking Risk
4.0
Environmental
5.0
Ingredient Transparency
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Cleaning Performance
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What this means for your dog

Plain-language read of the sub-scores above.

  • Around puppiesExtra care recommended around puppies. Consider a gentler alternative or keep puppies away until surfaces are fully dry.
  • Around pawsHigher potential for paw irritation. Rinse thoroughly and consider a paw wipe after contact.
  • If lickedDo not let dogs lick treated surfaces. Rinse well and store securely; call your vet or poison line if ingested.
  • In the airCan bother sensitive airways. Move dogs to another room during use, ventilate well, and wait before returning.

Why brands use it

alkali

Found in these product types

Disinfectants
7 products contain Ammonia
6.2
Kitchen Cleaners
2 products contain Ammonia
6.9
Glass Cleaners
1 product contain Ammonia
3.9

Products containing Ammonia

Lysol · Disinfectants
LYSOL® DISINFECTANT SPRAY - Lemon Breeze
6.0
Lysol · Disinfectants
LYSOL® DISINFECTANT SPRAY - Early Morning Breeze®
6.0
Lysol · Disinfectants
LYSOL® DISINFECTANT SPRAY Fabric Sanitizer - Garden After the Rain
6.1
Lysol · Disinfectants
Lysol Disinfectant Spray (Original)
4.1
Lysol · Disinfectants
LYSOL® DISINFECTANT SPRAY - Spring Waterfall
6.1
Windex · Glass Cleaners
Windex Original Blue Glass Cleaner
3.9
Lysol · Kitchen Cleaners
LYSOL® NeutraAir 2in1TM Ocean Breeze
6.9
Lysol · Kitchen Cleaners
LYSOL® NeutraAir 2in1TM Lavender Lily
6.3
Lysol · Disinfectants
LYSOL® DISINFECTANT SPRAY - Crisp Linen
6.1
Lysol · Disinfectants
LYSOL® DISINFECTANT SPRAY - Lysol On the GoTM - Crisp Linen
6.2

Sources

CleanWise provides educational information to help dog owners make informed household choices. Scores are based upon ingredient transparency, intended use and currently available information. Individual dogs may have different sensitivities. Always follow manufacturer instructions.