Diethylhexyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate

A wetting agent that helps liquid spread across a surface. Irritating to eyes and gut in concentrate.

Also known as: docusate sodium, dioctyl sodium sulfosuccinate

Puppy Safety

6.0

Adult Dog Safety

7.0

Paw Safety

6.0

Respiratory Safety

8.0

Licking Risk

6.0

Environmental

6.0

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 puppiesUse with normal caution around puppies — follow label directions and keep them out of the room during use.
Around pawsRinse or wipe surfaces and let them dry fully before your dog walks on them.
If lickedKeep dogs off freshly cleaned surfaces until dry, and store the bottle out of reach.
In the airLow expected respiratory impact at label-use levels.

Why brands use it

surfactant

Found in these product types

Air Fresheners

18 products contain Diethylhexyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate

7.7

Products containing Diethylhexyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate

Febreze · Air Fresheners

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

7.6

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Odor-Fighting Air Freshener Mediterranean Lavender, 250 grams

7.7

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Odor-Eliminating Air Freshener, Berry & Bramble, 250 g

7.7

Febreze · Air Fresheners

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

7.7

Febreze · Air Fresheners

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

7.6

Febreze · Air Fresheners

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

7.7

Febreze · Air Fresheners

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

7.6

Febreze · Air Fresheners

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

7.6

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Unstopables FRESH Air Freshener, 250 g

7.7

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Light Odor-Fighting Air Freshener, Lavender, 250 g, 2 count

7.7

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Light Odor-Fighting Air Freshener, Lavender, 250 g

7.7

Febreze · Air Fresheners

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

7.7

Febreze · Air Fresheners

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

7.6

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Air Effects Ocean Scent Air Freshener, 250 g Can

7.7

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Odor-Eliminating Air Freshener with Gain Scent, Honey Berry Hula, 8.8 fl oz

7.7

Febreze · Air Fresheners

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

7.6

Febreze · Air Fresheners

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

7.7

Febreze · Air Fresheners

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

7.7

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.