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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

Products containing Phenoxyethanol

Nature Clean · Kitchen Cleaners
Nature Clean All Purpose Cleaning Lotion - 1L - Fragrance Free
7.5
Nature Clean · Hand Soaps
Nature Clean Foaming Hand Soap - 415ML - Lavender Moon
8.1
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
Nature Clean · Laundry Detergents
Nature Clean Laundry Detergent Sheets - White Linen
7.8
Nature Clean · Dish Soaps
Nature Clean Foaming Dish Spray Refills
7.6
Nature Clean · Dish Soaps
Nature Clean Foaming Dish Spray – 500mL
7.8
Nature Clean · Floor Cleaners
Nature Clean Floor Cleaner Strips - Fresh Lemon
7.6
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
Nature Clean · Hand Soaps
Nature Clean Liquid Hand Soap - 500ML - Citrus
7.8
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
Nature Clean · Hand Soaps
Nature Clean Liquid Hand Soap - 500ML - Sweet Pea
8.2
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
Nature Clean · Bathroom Cleaners
Nature Clean Toilet Bowl Strips - Fresh Lime
5.9
Nellie's · Deodorizing Sprays
Toilet Spray
6.5
Nellie's · Pet Grooming & Coat Sprays
Fresh Dog
5.8
Nellie's · Kitchen Cleaners
Fruit & Veggie Wash
8.8
Nellie's · Fabric Sprays
Wrinkle-B-Gone
7.0
Nellie's · Stain Removers
Pet Stain and Odour Remover
5.5
Nellie's · Floor Cleaners
Floor Care — Plastic Bottle Formula
7.2
John Paul Pet · Dog Shampoos
John Paul Pet Oatmeal Shampoo
6.4
The Unscented Company · Kitchen Cleaners
The Unscented Company All Purpose Cleaner - 10L Refill box
6.1
The Unscented Company · Kitchen Cleaners
The Unscented Company All Purpose Cleaner
6.1
The Unscented Company · Laundry Detergents
The Unscented Company Laundry
6.4
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
The Unscented Company · Dish Soaps
The Unscented Company Dish - 10L Refill Box
7.8
Swiffer · Floor Cleaners
Swiffer WetJet Multi-Purpose Solution
1.3
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
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
Eco-Max · Dish Soaps
Eco-Max Foaming Dish Spray - Fragrance-Free
7.7
Lysol · Wipes
LYSOL® ALL PURPOSE CLEANER - Lemon
5.9
Lysol · Kitchen Cleaners
LYSOL® ALL PURPOSE CLEANER - Sun-Kissed Linen
3.3
Lysol · Kitchen Cleaners
LYSOL® ALL PURPOSE CLEANER - Apple Blossoms
4.0
Eco-Max · Dish Soaps
Eco-Max Foaming Dish Spray - Natural Lemon Lime
7.3
Earthbath · Dog Shampoos
Earthbath All Natural Oatmeal & Aloe Shampoo
7.1
Earthbath · Dog Shampoos
Earthbath Hypo-Allergenic Fragrance Free Shampoo
7.4
Eco-Max · Stain Removers
Eco-Max Laundry Stain Remover - Fragrance-Free
5.3
Eco-Max · Laundry Detergents
Eco-Max Laundry Detergent Strips - Fragrance-Free
6.6
Eco-Max · Laundry Detergents
Eco-Max Heavy Duty Laundry Detergent - Spring Fresh
2.3
Eco-Max · Laundry Detergents
Eco-Max Sport Laundry Detergent and Deodorizer - Fragrance-Free
6.9
Febreze · Air Fresheners
Febreze Air Freshener Spray, Odor-Fighting Room Spray, Hawaiian Aloha Scent, 250g, 1 Count
2.6
Eco-Max · Laundry Detergents
Eco-Max Sport Laundry Detergent and Deodorizer - Citrus Blast
6.8
Lysol · Wipes
LYSOL® DISINFECTING WIPES Flatpack - Citrus
3.9
Lysol · Kitchen Cleaners
LYSOL® KITCHEN PROTM - Power Degreaser
3.3

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.