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Sodium Lauryl Sulfate in Cleaning Products

A strong foaming detergent that can strip skin and paw pads.

Also known as: sodium dodecyl sulfate, sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium lauryl sulphate

CAS #: 151-21-3

Puppy Safety
6.0
Adult Dog Safety
7.0
Paw Safety
6.0
Respiratory Safety
7.0
Licking Risk
6.0
Environmental
5.0
Ingredient Transparency
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Cleaning Performance
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What should dog owners know about Sodium Lauryl Sulfate?

Clean Wise evaluates Sodium Lauryl Sulfate 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 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 airVentilate the room during and after use — open a window or run a fan.

Why brands use it

surfactant

Found in these product types

Laundry Detergents
32 products contain Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
8.2
Dish Soaps
5 products contain Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
7.8
Kitchen Cleaners
3 products contain Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
6.1
Floor Cleaners
2 products contain Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
7.6
Bathroom Cleaners
2 products contain Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
7.3
Glass Cleaners
1 product contain Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
7.6
Carpet Cleaners
1 product contain Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
1.5

Products containing Sodium Lauryl Sulfate

Method · Glass Cleaners
Method Glass + Surface Cleaner Mint
7.6
Tide · Laundry Detergents
Tide Ultra White Liquid Laundry Detergent, 1.0 L, 24 Loads, Laundry Detergent Liquid for Bright Whites and Colours
3.5
Nature Clean · Dish Soaps
Nature Clean Foaming Dish Spray Refills
7.6
Tru Earth · Laundry Detergents
Tru Earth Eco-Strips Fragrance-Free
2.3
Tide · Laundry Detergents
Tide Ultra Coldwater Liquid Laundry Detergent, Original Scent, 887 mL, 21 Loads, Laundry Detergent Liquid Formulated for Cold Water
3.8
Tide · Laundry Detergents
Tide purclean Liquid Laundry Detergent, Unscented, 48 Loads, 2.04 L, 75% plant-based
5.9
Tru Earth · Laundry Detergents
Tru Earth Eco-Strips Fresh Linen
7.2
Tide · Laundry Detergents
Tide To Go Instant Stain Remover, 1 count
6.2
Dawn · Dish Soaps
Dawn Ultra Original
1.9
Resolve · Carpet Cleaners
Resolve Pet Expert High Traffic Foam
1.5
Seventh Generation · Laundry Detergents
Seventh Generation Free & Clear Laundry
2.3
Tide · Laundry Detergents
Tide Liquid Laundry Detergent, Original, 17 loads, 739 ml, 6 count
3.7
Tide · Laundry Detergents
Tide Free & Gentle Liquid
2.3
Nellie's · Laundry Detergents
Laundry Soda with POW Powder
7.3
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 · Floor Cleaners
The Unscented Company Floor Cleaner - 22 tabs
6.7
The Unscented Company · Laundry Detergents
The Unscented Company Laundry
6.4
Biovert · Laundry Detergents
Biovert HE Laundry Detergent - Morning Dew - 1.4 L
8.2
The Unscented Company · Floor Cleaners
The Unscented Company Floor Cleaner - 200 tabs
7.6
Biovert · Laundry Detergents
Biovert HE Laundry Detergent - Morning Dew - 4.43 L
8.2
Biovert · Laundry Detergents
Biovert HE Laundry Detergent - Morning Dew - 10 L
7.2
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
Biovert · Laundry Detergents
Biovert HE Laundry Detergent - Fragrance Free - 10 L
8.2
The Unscented Company · Dish Soaps
The Unscented Company Dish - 10L Refill Box
7.8
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
Biovert · Laundry Detergents
Biovert HE Laundry Detergent - Fresh Cotton - 1.4 L
7.2
Biovert · Laundry Detergents
Biovert HE Laundry Detergent - Fragrance Free - 1.4 L
8.2
Biovert · Laundry Detergents
Biovert HE Laundry Detergent - Fresh Cotton - 10 L
7.2
Biovert · Laundry Detergents
Biovert HE Laundry Detergent - Fresh Cotton - 4.43 L
8.0
Biovert · Laundry Detergents
Biovert HE Laundry Detergent - Fragrance Free - 4.43 L
8.2
Tide · Laundry Detergents
Tide Hygienic Clean Heavy Duty 10x Free Liquid Laundry Detergent, Unscented, 59 loads, 84 oz, HE Compatible
3.9
Tide · Laundry Detergents
Tide Hygienic Clean Heavy 10x Duty Liquid Laundry Detergent, Original Scent, 1.09 L, 24 loads, HE Compatible
6.8
Tide · Laundry Detergents
Tide Ultra Stain Release Liquid Laundry Detergent, Original, 36 loads, 2.04 L, HE Compatible
3.5
Lysol · Bathroom Cleaners
LYSOL® BATHROOM CLEANER - Bathroom Foam Cleaner - Summer Fresh®
7.3
Lysol · Bathroom Cleaners
Lysol Power Bathroom Cleaner
3.9
Tide · Laundry Detergents
Tide Plus Febreze Freshness Botanical Rain HE Turbo Clean Liquid Laundry Detergent, 1.09 L, 24 loads
3.9
Tide · Laundry Detergents
Tide Original Liquid Detergent
2.3
Tide · Laundry Detergents
Tide Free & Gentle
2.1
Tide · Laundry Detergents
Tide Hygienic Clean Heavy 10x Duty Liquid Laundry Detergent, Spring Meadow, 24 Loads, 1.09 L, HE Compatible
7.7
Tide · Laundry Detergents
Tide Original Liquid
2.1
Tide · Laundry Detergents
Tide Plus Bleach Alternative Original Scent Liquid Laundry Detergent, 2.72 L, 59 loads
3.3
Tide · Laundry Detergents
Tide Plus Febreze Sport Odor Defense HE Turbo Clean Liquid Laundry Detergent, 2.72 L, 59 loads
7.8

Sources

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.