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Citric Acid

A mild plant-derived acid used to cut hard-water scale and adjust pH.

Also known as: citrate

CAS #: 77-92-9

Puppy Safety
9.0
Adult Dog Safety
9.0
Paw Safety
9.0
Respiratory Safety
9.0
Licking Risk
9.0
Environmental
9.0
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 puppiesGenerally well-tolerated around puppies when used as directed.
  • Around pawsLow expected impact on paw pads at typical use levels.
  • If lickedLow expected risk if a dog licks a fully-dried surface.
  • In the airLow expected respiratory impact at label-use levels.

Why brands use it

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Found in these product types

Laundry Detergents
6 products contain Citric Acid
8.8
Dish Soaps
4 products contain Citric Acid
8.5
Floor Cleaners
4 products contain Citric Acid
8.1
Dog Shampoos
4 products contain Citric Acid
9.0
Kitchen Cleaners
3 products contain Citric Acid
9.0
Bathroom Cleaners
2 products contain Citric Acid
9.0
Glass Cleaners
1 product contain Citric Acid
8.9
Stain Removers
1 product contain Citric Acid
9.1
Air Fresheners
1 product contain Citric Acid
6.3
Hand Soaps
1 product contain Citric Acid
8.6

Products containing Citric Acid

Eco-Max · Glass Cleaners
Eco-Max Glass Cleaner
8.9
Eco-Max · Dish Soaps
Eco-Max Dish Soap Fragrance-Free
8.5
Attitude · Floor Cleaners
Attitude Floor Surfaces Cleaner
7.5
Eco-Max · Kitchen Cleaners
Eco-Max All-Purpose Cleaner Lemongrass
9.0
Better Life · Dish Soaps
Better Life Dish Soap
8.5
Cheer · Laundry Detergents
Cheer HE Liquid Original
8.2
Eco-Max · Laundry Detergents
Eco-Max Laundry Wash Fragrance-Free
8.8
Tru Earth · Laundry Detergents
Tru Earth Eco-Strips Fresh Linen
8.4
Eco-Max · Bathroom Cleaners
Eco-Max Bathroom Cleaner
9.0
Method · Kitchen Cleaners
Method All-Purpose Cleaner Pink Grapefruit
8.0
Eco-Max · Stain Removers
Eco-Max Stain & Odour Remover
9.1
Glade · Air Fresheners
Glade PlugIns Scented Oil Refill
6.3
Nellie's · Dish Soaps
Nellie's Dish Powder
7.7
Method · Floor Cleaners
Method Squirt + Mop Hard Floor Cleaner
8.1
Earthbath · Dog Shampoos
Earthbath All Natural Oatmeal & Aloe Shampoo
8.6
Earthbath · Dog Shampoos
Earthbath Hypo-Allergenic Fragrance Free Shampoo
8.7
Eco-Max · Laundry Detergents
Eco-Max Laundry Wash Lavender
8.8
John Paul Pet · Dog Shampoos
John Paul Pet Oatmeal Shampoo
8.1
Nellie's · Laundry Detergents
Nellie's Paw Powder
7.9
Eco-Max · Hand Soaps
Eco-Max Hand Soap Unscented
8.6
Attitude · Kitchen Cleaners
Attitude Nature+ All-Purpose Cleaner Citrus Zest
7.2
Lysol · Bathroom Cleaners
Lysol Power Bathroom Cleaner
7.2
Nellie's · Dish Soaps
Nellie's Dishwasher Powder
7.8
Fabuloso · Floor Cleaners
Fabuloso Lavender Multi-Purpose Cleaner
7.6
Mr. Clean · Floor Cleaners
Mr. Clean Multi-Surface Cleaner Summer Citrus
7.0
Gain · Laundry Detergents
Gain Original Liquid Detergent
7.6
Burt's Bees for Pets · Dog Shampoos
Burt's Bees Puppy Tearless Shampoo
9.0

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.