Phenoxyethanol

A common preservative, low risk at label levels.

Also known as: phenoxyisopropanol

Puppy Safety

7.0

Adult Dog Safety

8.0

Paw Safety

8.0

Respiratory Safety

8.0

Licking Risk

7.0

Environmental

7.0

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 pawsLow expected impact on paw pads at typical use levels.
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

preservative

Found in these product types

Laundry Detergents

10 products contain Phenoxyethanol

8.0

Kitchen Cleaners

8 products contain Phenoxyethanol

8.8

Dish Soaps

7 products contain Phenoxyethanol

7.8

Hand Soaps

7 products contain Phenoxyethanol

8.3

Dog Shampoos

5 products contain Phenoxyethanol

7.4

Stain Removers

3 products contain Phenoxyethanol

7.2

Floor Cleaners

3 products contain Phenoxyethanol

7.6

Wipes

2 products contain Phenoxyethanol

5.9

Air Fresheners

1 product contain Phenoxyethanol

2.6

Pet Grooming & Coat Sprays

1 product contain Phenoxyethanol

5.8

Bathroom Cleaners

1 product contain Phenoxyethanol

5.9

Deodorizing Sprays

1 product contain Phenoxyethanol

6.5

Fabric Sprays

1 product contain Phenoxyethanol

7.0

Products containing Phenoxyethanol

Nature Clean · Kitchen Cleaners

Nature Clean All Purpose Cleaning Lotion - 1L - Fragrance Free

7.5

Eco-Max · Dish Soaps

Eco-Max Foaming Dish Spray - Fragrance-Free

7.7

The Unscented Company · Kitchen Cleaners

The Unscented Company All Purpose Cleaner - 10L Refill box

6.1

Nature Clean · Hand Soaps

Nature Clean Foaming Hand Soap - 415ML - Lavender Moon

8.1

The Unscented Company · Kitchen Cleaners

The Unscented Company All Purpose Cleaner

6.1

Eco-Max · Laundry Detergents

Eco-Max Sport Laundry Detergent and Deodorizer - Fragrance-Free

6.9

Eco-Max · Stain Removers

Eco-Max Laundry Stain Remover - Fragrance-Free

5.3

Febreze · Air Fresheners

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

2.6

Lysol · Wipes

LYSOL® DISINFECTING WIPES Flatpack - Citrus

3.9

Eco-Max · Laundry Detergents

Eco-Max Laundry Detergent Strips - Fragrance-Free

6.6

Nature Clean · Hand Soaps

Nature Clean Liquid Hand Soap Refill - 1L - Sweet Pea

8.2

Nature Clean · Laundry Detergents

Nature Clean Laundry Detergent Sheets - Fragrance-Free

8.0

Lysol · Wipes

LYSOL® ALL PURPOSE CLEANER - Lemon

5.9

Nellie's · Pet Grooming & Coat Sprays

Fresh Dog

5.8

Lysol · Kitchen Cleaners

LYSOL® ALL PURPOSE CLEANER - Sun-Kissed Linen

3.3

Nellie's · Kitchen Cleaners

Fruit & Veggie Wash

8.8

The Unscented Company · Laundry Detergents

The Unscented Company Laundry

6.4

Lysol · Kitchen Cleaners

LYSOL® ALL PURPOSE CLEANER - Apple Blossoms

4.0

Nature Clean · Bathroom Cleaners

Nature Clean Toilet Bowl Strips - Fresh Lime

5.9

Lysol · Kitchen Cleaners

LYSOL® KITCHEN PROTM - Power Degreaser

3.3

Nature Clean · Laundry Detergents

Nature Clean Laundry Detergent Sheets - White Linen

7.8

Nellie's · Deodorizing Sprays

Toilet Spray

6.5

Nature Clean · Dish Soaps

Nature Clean Foaming Dish Spray Refills

7.6

Nature Clean · Dish Soaps

Nature Clean Foaming Dish Spray – 500mL

7.8

The Unscented Company · Laundry Detergents

The Unscented Company Laundry - 10L Refill box

6.4

The Unscented Company · Kitchen Cleaners

The Unscented Company All Purpose Cleaner - 4L Refill box

6.1

Nature Clean · Floor Cleaners

Nature Clean Floor Cleaner Strips - Fresh Lemon

7.6

Eco-Max · Dish Soaps

Eco-Max Foaming Dish Spray - Natural Lemon Lime

7.3

Nature Clean · Laundry Detergents

Nature Clean Laundry Detergent Sheets - Wildflower Scent

8.0

Nature Clean · Stain Removers

Nature Clean Laundry Stain Remover Sheets

7.2

Nellie's · Floor Cleaners

Floor Care — Plastic Bottle Formula

7.2

Eco-Max · Laundry Detergents

Eco-Max Heavy Duty Laundry Detergent - Spring Fresh

2.3

Nature Clean · Hand Soaps

Nature Clean Liquid Hand Soap - 500ML - Citrus

7.8

Earthbath · Dog Shampoos

Earthbath All Natural Oatmeal & Aloe Shampoo

7.1

The Unscented Company · Dish Soaps

The Unscented Company Dish - 10L Refill Box

7.8

Earthbath · Dog Shampoos

Earthbath Hypo-Allergenic Fragrance Free Shampoo

7.4

Swiffer · Floor Cleaners

Swiffer WetJet Multi-Purpose Solution

1.3

Nellie's · Fabric Sprays

Wrinkle-B-Gone

7.0

John Paul Pet · Dog Shampoos

John Paul Pet Oatmeal Shampoo

6.4

Burt's Bees for Pets · Dog Shampoos

Burt's Bees Oatmeal Shampoo for Dogs

1.5

Nature Clean · Hand Soaps

Nature Clean Hand Soap Sheets – 80 washes – White Blossom

6.6

Nellie's · Stain Removers

Pet Stain and Odour Remover

5.5

Nature Clean · Hand Soaps

Nature Clean Liquid Hand Soap - 500ML - Sweet Pea

8.2

The Unscented Company · Dish Soaps

The Unscented Company Dish - 4L Refill Box

7.8

The Unscented Company · Dish Soaps

The Unscented Company Dish

7.0

Nature Clean · Hand Soaps

Nature Clean Liquid Hand Soap Refill - 1L - Citrus

7.8

Nature Clean · Hand Soaps

Nature Clean Foaming Hand Soap - 415ML - Vanilla Pear

8.3

Eco-Max · Laundry Detergents

Eco-Max Sport Laundry Detergent and Deodorizer - Citrus Blast

6.8

The Unscented Company · Laundry Detergents

The Unscented Company Laundry - 4L Refill box

6.4

Burt's Bees for Pets · Dog Shampoos

Burt's Bees Puppy Tearless Shampoo

6.3

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.