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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

Dish Soaps
20 products contain Citric Acid
8.4
Bathroom Cleaners
8 products contain Citric Acid
8.1
Hand Soaps
8 products contain Citric Acid
8.2
Laundry Detergents
8 products contain Citric Acid
8.7
Floor Cleaners
5 products contain Citric Acid
7.9
Kitchen Cleaners
4 products contain Citric Acid
8.2
Glass Cleaners
2 products contain Citric Acid
7.6
Fabric Softeners
2 products contain Citric Acid
7.7
Stain Removers
1 product contain Citric Acid
5.3
Wipes
1 product contain Citric Acid
3.9
Air Fresheners
1 product contain Citric Acid
6.3

Products containing Citric Acid

The Unscented Company · Bathroom Cleaners
The Unscented Company Toilet Bowl Cleaner - 22 tabs
7.7
Nature Clean · Dish Soaps
Nature Clean Dishwasher Rinse Agent - 250ML
8.2
Eco-Max · Kitchen Cleaners
Eco-Max All Purpose Cleaner - Fragrance-Free
8.2
Eco-Max · Hand Soaps
Eco-Max RTU Hypoallergenic Skin Cleanser - Scent-Free
2.6
Eco-Max · Kitchen Cleaners
Eco-Max RTU Multi-Purpose Cleaner and Odour Neutralizer - Natural Lemongrass
2.0
Nature Clean · Laundry Detergents
Nature Clean Laundry Concentrate - 1L – Lavender
8.6
Eco-Max · Dish Soaps
Eco-Max Foaming Dish Spray - Fragrance-Free
7.7
Nellie's · Dish Soaps
Dishwasher Powder
7.1
Eco-Max · Floor Cleaners
Eco-Max Floor & Surface Cleaner - Natural Lemon
7.9
The Unscented Company · Kitchen Cleaners
The Unscented Company All Purpose Cleaner - 10L Refill box
6.1
Eco-Max · Bathroom Cleaners
Eco-Max RTU Bathroom Cleaner and Odour Neutralizer - Natural Spearmint
2.0
Nature Clean · Hand Soaps
Nature Clean Foaming Hand Soap - 415ML - Lavender Moon
8.1
Eco-Max · Laundry Detergents
Eco-Max Ultra Laundry Wash - Natural Lavender
2.5
The Unscented Company · Kitchen Cleaners
The Unscented Company All Purpose Cleaner
6.1
Eco-Max · Bathroom Cleaners
Eco-Max Bathroom Cleaner - Natural Spearmint
8.1
Nature Clean · Dish Soaps
Nature Clean Dishwashing Liquid - 740ML - Lavender and Tea Tree
7.6
Eco-Max · Hand Soaps
Eco-Max Foaming Hand Soap - Citrus Grove
2.4
Eco-Max · Laundry Detergents
Eco-Max Sport Laundry Detergent and Deodorizer - Fragrance-Free
6.9
The Unscented Company · Floor Cleaners
The Unscented Company Floor Cleaner - 22 tabs
6.7
Attitude · Floor Cleaners
Attitude Floor Surfaces Cleaner
3.9
Nature Clean · Dish Soaps
Nature Clean Dishwashing Liquid - 3.63 L - Fragrance Free
7.6
Eco-Max · Stain Removers
Eco-Max Laundry Stain Remover - Fragrance-Free
5.3
Eco-Max · Glass Cleaners
Eco-Max RTU Glass Cleaner and Protector - Scent-Free
2.3
Eco-Max · Bathroom Cleaners
Eco-Max Natural Bowl Cleaner - Scent-Free
1.8
Eco-Max · Hand Soaps
Eco-Max Foaming Hand Soap - Lavender Fields
7.7
Tru Earth · Laundry Detergents
Tru Earth Eco-Strips Fragrance-Free
2.3
Lysol · Wipes
LYSOL® DISINFECTING WIPES Flatpack - Citrus
3.9
Better Life · Dish Soaps
Better Life Dish Soap
4.7
Eco-Max · Laundry Detergents
Eco-Max Laundry Detergent Strips - Fragrance-Free
6.6
Eco-Max · Dish Soaps
Eco-Max Ultra Dish Wash - Natural Lavender
8.2
Nature Clean · Hand Soaps
Nature Clean Liquid Hand Soap Refill - 1L - Sweet Pea
8.2
Air Wick · Air Fresheners
V.I.Poo® Pre-Poop Toilet Spray - Lavender Superstar®
6.3
Eco-Max · Dish Soaps
Eco-Max Natural Baby Dish Wash
8.4
The Unscented Company · Laundry Detergents
The Unscented Company Laundry
6.4
Eco-Max · Hand Soaps
Eco-Max Gentle Foaming Hand Soap Refill - Citrus Grove
6.9
Pink Solution · Fabric Softeners
Pink Solution FABRISOFT - Unscented
7.7
Lysol · Bathroom Cleaners
LYSOL® BATHROOM CLEANER - Hydrogen Peroxide ActionTM - Cool Spring Breeze
5.1
The Unscented Company · Dish Soaps
The Unscented Company Dishwasher Tabs – 500 tabs bulk
6.2
Nature Clean · Dish Soaps
Nature Clean Automatic Dishwasher Pods - 60 Pods
6.5
Nature Clean · Dish Soaps
Nature Clean Dishwashing Liquid- 740ML - Fragrance Free
7.6
Nellie's · Dish Soaps
Dish Cubes — Unscented
6.9
Tru Earth · Laundry Detergents
Tru Earth Eco-Strips Fresh Linen
7.2
Eco-Max · Dish Soaps
Eco-Max Ultra Dish Wash - Natural Orange
8.2
Method · Glass Cleaners
Method Glass + Surface Cleaner Mint
7.6
Eco-Max · Dish Soaps
Eco-Max Dishwasher Rinse Aid
8.4
Biovert · Dish Soaps
Biovert All-in-one Dishwasher Tabs - 540 g
7.9
Lysol · Bathroom Cleaners
LYSOL® BATHROOM CLEANER - Bathroom Foam Cleaner - Summer Fresh®
7.3
Nature Clean · Dish Soaps
Nature Clean Dishwashing Liquid- 1.5L - Fragrance Free
7.6
Eco-Max · Laundry Detergents
Eco-Max Laundry Wash - Fragrance-Free
8.7
Nature Clean · Dish Soaps
Nature Clean Dishwashing Liquid - 740ML - Mandarin and Grapefruit
7.2
Eco-Max · Floor Cleaners
Eco-Max Scent Free Heavy Duty Cleaner and Degreaser - Scent-Free
1.7
Nature Clean · Dish Soaps
Nature Clean Dishwashing Liquid - 740ML - Vanilla Pear
7.4
Nellie's · Bathroom Cleaners
Shower & Bath Cleaner
7.7
Eco-Max · Hand Soaps
Eco-Max Foaming Hand Soap - Fragrance-Free
7.8
Method · Bathroom Cleaners
Method Tub + Tile Bathroom Cleaner Eucalyptus Mint
7.4
Nature Clean · Dish Soaps
Nature Clean Foaming Dish Spray – 500mL
7.8
Nature Clean · Dish Soaps
Nature Clean Dishwashing Liquid - 740ML - Lemon Verbena
7.2
The Unscented Company · Hand Soaps
The Unscented Company Hand Soap - Glass
8.2
Tru Earth · Fabric Softeners
Tru Earth Fabric Softener Strips - Fragrance-Free
1.6
The Unscented Company · Floor Cleaners
The Unscented Company Floor Cleaner - 200 tabs
7.6

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.