Is Method PFAS-free?
Across 37 graded products, Method averages C (77/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. 35 of its products grade C or better. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.
Worth buying from Method C or better, safest first
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Stain and Odor Remover Spearmint Sage
Liquid detergent concentrate (surfactants, water, fragrance)
Lower PFAS concern for typical stain remover; Method silent on PFAS, no known high-risk coatings present.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
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Ginger Mango Fabric Softener 53.5 Oz Spray - 4ct Case
water-based fabric softener (liquid spray formulation)
Lower concern for PFAS; fabric softeners are not typical PFAS-application products, but Method does not disclose ingredient transparency.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
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Stain and Odor Treatment, Spearmint Sage, 20oz, Size: 20 Ounce
Aqueous liquid detergent concentrate in plastic bottle
Lower PFAS concern for a liquid laundry treatment, no coatings, waterproofing, or grease-resistance triggers, but Method discloses little.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
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Spearmint Sage Scent Stain and Odor Remover 20 oz Spray, 343134 - Min Qty 4
Aqueous cleaning solution in plastic spray bottle
Lower PFAS concern for this stain remover spray, no known risk triggers, though Method hasn't publicly disclosed PFAS-testing data.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
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Stain and Odor Remover Spearmint Sage Scent 20 oz Spray - pack of 4 343134-XCP4
Aqueous cleaning concentrate in spray bottle
Lower PFAS concern for this liquid stain remover; spray bottles are not typical PFAS exposure vectors.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
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All Purpose Cleaning Wipes
nonwoven polypropylene blend, no water/stain repellent coating disclosed
Lower PFAS concern; basic wipe with no disclosed water-resistant or stain-guard treatment.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
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Disinfecting Wipes, Pink Grapefruit Scent, 70 Wipes/Canister (338527)
nonwoven wipes (likely polypropylene/cellulose blend)
Lower-concern household disinfectant wipes; no known PFAS triggers, but brand offers no public PFAS commitment.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
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All Purpose Cleaning Wipes, 1 Ply, Pink Grapefruit, White, 70/Canister, 6/Carton (338527)
Nonwoven polypropylene wipe with water and plant-based surfactants
Lower PFAS concern for a plain nonwoven cleaning wipe with no water-repellent or grease-resistant claims.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
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All Purpose Cleaning Wipes, 1 Ply, Lime and Sea Salt, White, 70/Canister, 6/Carton MTH338525
nonwoven synthetic fiber wipe, water-based cleaner
Lower concern; standard all-purpose wipes with no known PFAS-risk triggers, but Method makes no public PFAS commitment.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
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Products All Purpose Cleaning Wipes, 1 Ply, Pink Grapefruit, White, 70/Canister, 6/Carton
Cellulose/nonwoven fiber wipes, uncoated
Lower PFAS concern, plain cellulose wipes lack typical PFAS triggers, but brand offers no disclosure.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
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All-Purpose Cleaning Wipes - 6 Pack (Case of 1)
nonwoven fabric blend (polyester/polypropylene), water-based cleaning solution
Lower concern, basic wipes with no typical PFAS drivers, but Method hasn't publicly committed to PFAS-free formulations.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
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All-purpose Cleaning Wipes: Pink Grapefruit Scent, 70 Wipes
nonwoven polypropylene wipes with water-based cleaning formula
Lower-concern household product; no known PFAS drivers in formula or nonwoven substrate, but Method has made no public PFAS commitments.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
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Body Wash
water-based liquid, plant-derived surfactants, glycerin
Lower-concern cosmetic; no known PFAS triggers, but Method has not publicly committed to PFAS-free formulation.
⚠Risky category by default
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Body Wash Pure Peace
aqueous liquid body wash; surfactants, water, fragrance, preservatives
Lower PFAS concern for this rinse-off body wash; skip over perfumes or if you seek explicit PFAS-free verification.
⚠Risky category by default
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Body Wash Men
aqueous surfactant-based liquid cleanser
Lower-concern body wash; typical formula has no documented PFAS risk, but brand offers no public transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
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Limited Edition Shower Readings Body Wash
aqueous surfactant blend, humectants, preservatives (standard cosmetic formulation)
Lower-concern purchase; body wash formulations rarely require PFAS, but Method makes no public commitment.
⚠Risky category by default
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Wind Down Body Wash
aqueous liquid body wash formulation
Lower PFAS concern for a rinse-off cosmetic, but Method has not publicly disclosed PFAS testing.
⚠Risky category by default
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Body Wash Coco Twist
aqueous liquid body wash (surfactants, water, fragrance)
Lower PFAS concern for a rinse-off liquid cosmetic; buy with confidence.
⚠Risky category by default
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Limited Edition Tonka Bean, Vanilla, Mocha Body Wash
aqueous gel body wash (surfactants, water, fragrance)
Lower PFAS concern for typical body wash; no special coatings trigger risk.
⚠Risky category by default
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Body Wash Energy Boost
water-based surfactants, plant-derived botanicals, aqueous solution
Lower concern; Method's liquid body wash formulation has no known PFAS triggers, but brand is silent on the topic.
⚠Risky category by default
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Gel Hand Wash
water-based gel surfactants, glycerin
Lower-concern product; no known PFAS triggers, but brand makes no explicit claims.
⚠Risky category by default
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Foaming Hand Wash
aqueous foaming liquid surfactant blend
Lower concern for PFAS, but Method does not disclose PFAS avoidance, verify ingredients if concerned.
⚠Risky category by default
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Hand Wash Hydrating Serum
aqueous liquid soap formulation
Lower-concern liquid soap with no known PFAS triggers, but Method makes no public PFAS commitment.
⚠Risky category by default
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Refill + Reuse Foaming Hand Soap Refill Sweetwater 1 oz (2/Pack)
aqueous foaming hand soap (surfactant-based liquid)
Lower concern, foaming hand soap formulations rarely require PFAS, but Method doesn't publicly disclose PFAS absence.
⚠Risky category by default
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gel hand wash refill - waterfall, 34 fl oz 1
aqueous gel hand wash (water-based surfactant formulation)
Lower concern, gel hand wash has no inherent PFAS triggers, though disclosure would strengthen confidence.
⚠Risky category by default
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Coconut Water Foaming Hand Wash
water-based foaming hand wash, plant-derived surfactants
Lower PFAS concern for a rinse-off cosmetic product; foaming hand soaps rarely require fluorinated chemistry.
⚠Risky category by default
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Foaming Hand Wash Refill
water-based surfactants, glycerin, essential oils
Lower PFAS concern, foaming hand wash formulation has no known triggers, but Method has not publicly disclosed PFAS-free status.
⚠Risky category by default
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Gel Hand Wash Brown Butter & Vanilla 12 fl oz
Aqueous gel cleanser with water, plant-based surfactants, fragrance, preservatives
Lower PFAS concern, a simple gel hand wash with no known trigger materials, though Method has not publicly disclosed PFAS testing.
⚠Risky category by default
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Sweet Water Gel Handwash Starter Set
Aqueous gel surfactants, water-based formula
Lower PFAS concern for typical gel handwash; no chemical coatings or water-repellent treatments inherent to formula.
⚠Risky category by default
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Morrocco Method International Hand & Surface Sanitizer Gel
aqueous gel base (water, glycerin, gelling agents)
Lower concern; standard hand sanitizer gel with no known PFAS application, but brand makes no explicit disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
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Noshinku Hand Sanitizer Refill Pouch
aqueous hand sanitizer (ethanol/isopropanol base)
Lower PFAS concern for a simple liquid hand sanitizer; no evidence of intentional fluorination.
⚠Risky category by default
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12 Oz. Sweet Water Gel Hand Wash
Water-based gel hand wash (aqueous formulation)
Lower-concern product; hand soap formulations rarely require PFAS, but Method has not publicly disclosed PFAS absence.
⚠Risky category by default
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Premium Vanilla & Raspberry Antibacterial Gel Hand Wash - 12 oz - Pack of 3 - Aluminum Pump Bottle
Gel hand wash in aluminum pump bottle
Lower PFAS concern for typical hand soap; aluminum pump bottles rarely treated with PFAS, but Method has not publicly disclosed PFAS status.
⚠Risky category by default
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Pink Grapefruit Hand Soap 354ml
Water-based liquid soap concentrate, plastic bottle
Lower concern for PFAS, standard liquid soap product with no identified fluorochemical additives.
⚠Risky category by default
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Hand Wash, Naturally Derived, Mimosa Sun
Aqueous liquid soap formulation (surfactants, water, preservatives)
Lower PFAS concern; liquid hand wash has minimal inherent PFAS use, but no public disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these
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Stain and Odor Treatment
aqueous enzymatic formula with surfactants
Lower PFAS risk than apparel/cookware, but Method makes no public PFAS disclosure, skip if concerned.
⚠Stain-resistant finish
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Fabric Protectant Spray
Fabric protectant coating (formulation not disclosed)
Skip until Method discloses ingredients; fabric protectants historically use PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Every grade uses the same public rubric. How grades work →