Benzisothiazolinone in Cleaning Products

A preservative and skin sensitizer used in many household cleaners.

Also known as: bit

Puppy Safety

4.0

Adult Dog Safety

5.0

Paw Safety

4.0

Respiratory Safety

6.0

Licking Risk

5.0

Environmental

5.0

Ingredient Transparency

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Cleaning Performance

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What should dog owners know about Benzisothiazolinone?

Clean Wise evaluates Benzisothiazolinone by the published ingredient reference and its dog-exposure sub-scores. Those scores help describe expected concern around paws, licking, breathing and age groups; they do not make a universal “safe” or “unsafe” claim for every concentration, product or use.

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 airVentilate the room during and after use — open a window or run a fan.

Why brands use it

preservative

Found in these product types

Laundry Detergents

17 products contain Benzisothiazolinone

8.2

Air Fresheners

15 products contain Benzisothiazolinone

5.9

Fabric Sprays

12 products contain Benzisothiazolinone

5.8

Dish Soaps

8 products contain Benzisothiazolinone

7.7

Floor Cleaners

2 products contain Benzisothiazolinone

6.0

Hand Soaps

2 products contain Benzisothiazolinone

8.2

Bathroom Cleaners

1 product contain Benzisothiazolinone

6.6

Disinfectants

1 product contain Benzisothiazolinone

1.5

Glass Cleaners

1 product contain Benzisothiazolinone

7.2

Kitchen Cleaners

1 product contain Benzisothiazolinone

7.0

Products containing Benzisothiazolinone

Febreze · Fabric Sprays

Febreze Odor-Fighting Fabric Refresher, Pet Odor Fight, 438 Ml

5.8

Tide · Laundry Detergents

Tide Ultra White Liquid Laundry Detergent, 1.0 L, 24 Loads, Laundry Detergent Liquid for Bright Whites and Colours

3.5

Method · Floor Cleaners

Method Squirt + Mop Almond Floor Cleaner

5.2

Mrs. Meyer's · Air Fresheners

Mrs. Meyer's Room Freshener Lavender

4.9

Mrs. Meyer's · Bathroom Cleaners

Mrs. Meyer's Tub & Tile Cleaner

6.6

Method · Floor Cleaners

Method Squirt + Mop Hard Floor Cleaner

6.0

Febreze · Fabric Sprays

Febreze Odor-Fighting Fabric Refresher, Downy Calm, 27 fl oz

5.8

Mr. Clean · Disinfectants

Mr. Clean Antibacterial Multi Surface Cleaner - Summer Citrus

1.5

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Odor-Fighting Air Freshener Mediterranean Lavender, 250 grams

5.9

Febreze · Fabric Sprays

Febreze Odor-Fighting Fabric Refresher, Spring & Renewal, 700 mL

5.8

Tide · Laundry Detergents

Tide Ultra Coldwater Liquid Laundry Detergent, Original Scent, 887 mL, 21 Loads, Laundry Detergent Liquid Formulated for Cold Water

3.8

Febreze · Fabric Sprays

Febreze Odor-Fighting Fabric Refresher with Gain,Original, 700 mL

5.8

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Pet Odor Defense Odor Fighting Air Freshener, Fresh Scent, 250 grams

5.7

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Odor-Fighting Air Freshener, Linen & Sky, 250 grams

5.9

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Odor-Fighting Air Freshener, Bora Bora Waters, 250 grams

5.9

Febreze · Fabric Sprays

Febreze Odor-Fighting Fabric Refresher Extra Strength Original, 67.6 fl oz Refill

5.8

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Odor-Fighting Air Freshener, Heavy Duty Crisp Clean, Pack of 2, 250 g each

5.7

Febreze · Fabric Sprays

Febreze Fabric Refresher Extra Strength

1.5

Febreze · Fabric Sprays

Febreze Fabric Refresher Pet Odor

1.5

Febreze · Fabric Sprays

Febreze Odor-Fighting Fabric Refresher with Gain,Original, 438 mL

5.8

Woolite · Laundry Detergents

Woolite Delicates Liquid

2.3

Seventh Generation · Laundry Detergents

Seventh Generation Free & Clear Laundry

2.3

Febreze · Fabric Sprays

Febreze Odor-Fighting Fabric Refresher, Downy April Fresh, 700 mL

5.4

Febreze · Fabric Sprays

Febreze Touch Fabric Spray Mountain, 500 mL

5.3

Febreze · Fabric Sprays

Febreze Unstopables Touch Fabric Spray and Odor Fighter, Fresh, 500 mL

5.3

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Unstopables FRESH Air Freshener, 250 g

5.9

Tide · Laundry Detergents

Tide Free & Gentle Liquid

2.3

Gain · Laundry Detergents

Gain Original Liquid Detergent

4.1

Biovert · Laundry Detergents

Biovert HE Laundry Detergent - Morning Dew - 1.4 L

8.2

Ajax · Dish Soaps

Ajax Ultra Triple Action Dish Liquid Orange

5.1

Biovert · Laundry Detergents

Biovert HE Laundry Detergent - Morning Dew - 4.43 L

8.2

Cheer · Laundry Detergents

Cheer HE Liquid Original

2.1

Biovert · Laundry Detergents

Biovert HE Laundry Detergent - Morning Dew - 10 L

7.2

Biovert · Glass Cleaners

Biovert Window Cleaner - Fragrance Free - 715 mL

7.2

Biovert · Dish Soaps

Biovert Dishwashing Liquid - Lemon - 700 mL

7.0

Biovert · Hand Soaps

Biovert Hand soap - Orange Cantaloupe - 10 L

8.2

Biovert · Dish Soaps

Biovert Dishwashing Liquid - Green Apple - 700 mL

7.7

Biovert · Hand Soaps

Biovert Hand soap - Orange Cantaloupe - 2 l

8.2

Biovert · Kitchen Cleaners

Biovert All-Purpose Cleaner - Orange Scent - 715 mL

7.0

Biovert · Laundry Detergents

Biovert HE Laundry Detergent - Fragrance Free - 10 L

8.2

Biovert · Dish Soaps

Biovert Dishwashing Liquid - Citrus Fresh - 4.43 L

7.7

Biovert · Dish Soaps

Biovert Dishwashing Liquid - Lemon - 4.43 L

7.0

Biovert · Laundry Detergents

Biovert HE Laundry Detergent - Fresh Cotton - 1.4 L

7.2

Biovert · Dish Soaps

Biovert Dishwashing Liquid - Green Apple - 4.43 L

7.0

Biovert · Dish Soaps

Biovert Dishwashing Liquid - Citrus Fresh - 700 mL

7.0

Biovert · Dish Soaps

Biovert Dishwashing Liquid - Citrus Fresh - 10 L

6.2

Biovert · Laundry Detergents

Biovert HE Laundry Detergent - Fragrance Free - 1.4 L

8.2

Biovert · Laundry Detergents

Biovert HE Laundry Detergent - Fresh Cotton - 10 L

7.2

Biovert · Laundry Detergents

Biovert HE Laundry Detergent - Fresh Cotton - 4.43 L

8.0

Biovert · Laundry Detergents

Biovert HE Laundry Detergent - Fragrance Free - 4.43 L

8.2

Tide · Laundry Detergents

Tide Hygienic Clean Heavy Duty 10x Free Liquid Laundry Detergent, Unscented, 59 loads, 84 oz, HE Compatible

3.9

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Air Freshener Spray, Odor-Fighting Room Spray, Hawaiian Aloha Scent, 250g, 1 Count

2.6

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Air Freshener Spray, Odor-Fighting Room Spray, Downy April Fresh Scent, 250g, 1 Count

5.9

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Air Freshener Spray, Odor-Fighting Room Spray, Gain Island Fresh Scent, 250g, 1 Count

5.9

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Air Freshener Spray, Odor-Fighting Room Spray, Kitchen Odor Fighter Scent, 250g, 1 Count

5.7

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Air Freshener Spray, Odor-Fighting Room Spray, Gain Original Scent, 250g, 1 Count

5.9

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Air Effects Ocean Scent Air Freshener, 250 g Can

5.9

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Air Freshener Spray, Odor-Fighting Room Spray, Gain Moonlight Breeze Scent, 250g, 1 Count

5.9

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze AIR Freshener Heavy Duty Crisp Clean (1 Count, 250 g)

5.7

Febreze · Fabric Sprays

Febreze Heavy Duty Odor-Fighting Fabric Refresher, Crisp Clean, 800 mL

5.8

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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.