Glycol Ethers in Cleaning Products

Grease-cutting solvents with moderate inhalation concerns.

Also known as: 2-hexoxyethanol, dipropylene glycol butyl ether, ethoxydiglycol, propylene glycol butyl ether, ethylene glycol n-hexyl ether, dipropylene glycol, ppg-2 methyl ether acetate

Puppy Safety

5.0

Adult Dog Safety

6.0

Paw Safety

6.0

Respiratory Safety

5.0

Licking Risk

6.0

Environmental

6.0

Ingredient Transparency

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Cleaning Performance

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What should dog owners know about Glycol Ethers?

Clean Wise evaluates Glycol Ethers 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 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 airCan bother sensitive airways. Move dogs to another room during use, ventilate well, and wait before returning.

Why brands use it

solvent

Found in these product types

Wipes

8 products contain Glycol Ethers

5.1

Air Fresheners

6 products contain Glycol Ethers

5.9

Bathroom Cleaners

3 products contain Glycol Ethers

7.3

Laundry Detergents

2 products contain Glycol Ethers

6.2

Kitchen Cleaners

2 products contain Glycol Ethers

1.7

Disinfectants

2 products contain Glycol Ethers

2.4

Glass Cleaners

2 products contain Glycol Ethers

3.9

Candles & Wax Melts

1 product contain Glycol Ethers

4.3

Floor Cleaners

1 product contain Glycol Ethers

1.3

Fabric Sprays

1 product contain Glycol Ethers

5.8

Products containing Glycol Ethers

Tide · Laundry Detergents

Tide Simply Liquid Laundry Detergent, Refreshing Breeze, 1.09 L, 24 loads

3.8

Tide · Laundry Detergents

Tide To Go Instant Stain Remover, 1 count

6.2

Cascade · Kitchen Cleaners

Cascade Complete ActionPacs Dishwasher Detergent

1.7

Febreze · Air Fresheners

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

5.7

Cascade · Kitchen Cleaners

Cascade Platinum Dishwasher Pods

1.7

Glade · Air Fresheners

Glade PlugIns Scented Oil Refill

5.2

Lysol · Wipes

LYSOL® DISINFECTING WIPES - Lavender

3.9

Lysol · Wipes

LYSOL® DISINFECTING WIPES - Spring Waterfall®

3.4

Bath & Body Works · Candles & Wax Melts

Bath & Body Works Wallflower Plug Refill Mahogany Teakwood

4.3

Swiffer · Floor Cleaners

Swiffer WetJet Multi-Purpose Solution

1.3

Lysol · Disinfectants

LYSOL® DISINFECTANT SPRAY - Early Morning Breeze®

2.4

Lysol · Wipes

LYSOL® DISINFECTING WIPES - Brand New Day™ Lavender & Cotton Blossom 6/75 ct

3.9

Lysol · Bathroom Cleaners

LYSOL® BATHROOM CLEANER - Hydrogen Peroxide ActionTM - Cool Spring Breeze

5.1

Lysol · Disinfectants

LYSOL® DISINFECTANT SPRAY - Spring Waterfall

2.4

Windex · Glass Cleaners

Windex Ammonia-Free Glass Cleaner

3.9

Windex · Glass Cleaners

Windex Original Blue Glass Cleaner

3.9

Lysol · Bathroom Cleaners

LYSOL® BATHROOM CLEANER - Bathroom Foam Cleaner - Summer Fresh®

7.3

Lysol · Wipes

LYSOL® DISINFECTING WIPES - 3pk Citrus

4.8

Lysol · Bathroom Cleaners

Lysol Power Bathroom Cleaner

3.9

Lysol · Wipes

LYSOL® DISINFECTING WIPES - Brand New DayTM Mango & Hibiscus 3/(2x110) ct

4.3

Febreze · Air Fresheners

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

5.9

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze AUTO Air Freshener Vent Clip Midnight Storm Scent, 2.2 mL Car Vent Clip, Pack of 2

5.1

Febreze · Fabric Sprays

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

5.8

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Car Odor-Eliminating Air Freshener Vent Clip, Linen & Sky, 1 count

5.7

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Car Air Freshener Vent Clip, Midnight Storm, 1 count

4.9

Lysol · Wipes

LYSOL® DISINFECTING WIPES - Citrus

4.8

Lysol · Wipes

LYSOL® DISINFECTING WIPES - Lysol On the GoTM - Citrus

4.8

Lysol · Wipes

LYSOL® DISINFECTING WIPES - Crisp Linen

5.1

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.