Limonene

A citrus terpene that oxidizes into airway irritants and is poorly tolerated by dogs.

Also known as: d-limonene, citrus terpenes, citrus aurantium dulcis (orange) peel oil

Puppy Safety

4.0

Adult Dog Safety

5.0

Paw Safety

6.0

Respiratory Safety

4.0

Licking Risk

4.0

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 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 lickedDo not let dogs lick treated surfaces. Rinse well and store securely; call your vet or poison line if ingested.
In the airCan bother sensitive airways. Move dogs to another room during use, ventilate well, and wait before returning.

Why brands use it

fragrance

Found in these product types

Disinfectants

3 products contain Limonene

6.0

Bathroom Cleaners

2 products contain Limonene

7.3

Candles & Wax Melts

1 product contain Limonene

5.0

Stain Removers

1 product contain Limonene

7.1

Air Fresheners

1 product contain Limonene

6.9

Kitchen Cleaners

1 product contain Limonene

6.0

Floor Cleaners

1 product contain Limonene

5.5

Laundry Additives

1 product contain Limonene

7.4

Dryer Sheets

1 product contain Limonene

6.0

Products containing Limonene

Lysol · Disinfectants

LYSOL® DISINFECTANT SPRAY - Lemon Breeze

6.0

Lysol · Disinfectants

LYSOL® DISINFECTANT SPRAY - Early Morning Breeze®

6.0

Lysol · Disinfectants

Lysol Disinfectant Spray (Original)

4.1

Bath & Body Works · Candles & Wax Melts

Bath & Body Works 3-Wick Fresh Cut Lilacs

5.0

Nellie's · Stain Removers

WOW Stick Stain Remover

7.1

Lysol · Bathroom Cleaners

LYSOL® TOILET BOWL CLEANER - Action Gel® Country Scent®

5.5

Attitude · Air Fresheners

Attitude Nature+ Air Freshener

6.9

Lysol · Kitchen Cleaners

LYSOL® MULTI SURFACE CLEANER - Power & FreshTM Sparkling Lemon & Sunflower Essence

6.0

Method · Floor Cleaners

Method Squirt + Mop Hard Floor Cleaner

5.5

Arm & Hammer · Laundry Additives

Arm & Hammer Clean Scentsations Booster

7.4

Lysol · Bathroom Cleaners

LYSOL® AUTOMATIC TOILET BOWL CLEANER - CLICK GELTM Spring Waterfall®

7.3

Bounce · Dryer Sheets

Outdoor Fresh Dryer Sheets

6.0

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.