Fabric Protector Sprays, ranked by PFAS safety

113 products graded A to F, safest first. 60 earn a C or better and are worth buying.

Bad · Better · Best fabric protector sprays

The quickest read: what to skip and the top-graded picks worth buying instead.

AvoidF
Cambridge Satchel The collonil Carbon Pure Spray

Carbona

Cambridge Satchel The collonil Carbon Pure Spray

40/100 safety

Waterproofing sprays often contain PFAS; brand lacks disclosure.

BetterB
Lysol Neutra Air Crisp Linen Fabric Mist

Lysol

Lysol Neutra Air Crisp Linen Fabric Mist

85/100 safety

Fabric mist with no known PFAS risk, but brand silent on composition.

Best pickA
Earth Friendly Products Ecos Fabric Odor Eliminator

Ecos

Earth Friendly Products Ecos Fabric Odor Eliminator

100/100 safety

Lower-concern option; no PFAS-typical use case, but no brand verification available.

Worth buying graded C or better, safest first

Earth Friendly Products Ecos Fabric Odor Eliminator

Ecos

Earth Friendly Products Ecos Fabric Odor Eliminator

Liquid spray, plant-derived actives

A
B
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS3 flags

Lower-concern option; no PFAS-typical use case, but no brand verification available.

Risky category by default

Ecos Fabric Refresher & Odor Eliminator

Ecos

Fabric Refresher & Odor Eliminator

Water-based spray formula, likely plant-derived surfactants

A
A
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS2 flags

Lower concern, fabric refresher spray has minimal PFAS risk profile, though brand transparency could be stronger.

Risky category by default

Seventh Generation Laundry Stain Remover Spray

Seventh Generation

Laundry Stain Remover Spray

aqueous surfactant spray concentrate

A
B
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS4 flags

Lower concern; third-party certified, no PFAS-prone materials expected in laundry spray.

MADE SAFECradle to Cradle Certified

Verified PFAS-free by a third party

Seventh Generation Stain Remover Spray, 8 - 16 Fl Oz. Bottles

Seventh Generation

Stain Remover Spray, 8 - 16 Fl Oz. Bottles

Aqueous surfactant blend (no fluorinated compounds)

A
B
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS3 flags

Lower-concern stain remover; brand commits to PFAS-free formulation with third-party verification.

MADE SAFE Certified

Verified PFAS-free by a third party

Folex Spot Remover

Folex

Spot Remover

Aqueous cleaning solution, surfactants and water-based compounds

A
A
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS2 flags

Carpet cleaner with no known PFAS risk.

Naturally PFAS-free material

Carbon

Carbona

Carbon

activated carbon

A
B
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS3 flags

Lower concern. Activated carbon filters have minimal PFAS risk.

Naturally PFAS-free material

Carpet Cleaner Trigger Spray 22 oz Brand Resolve - No. 1920000601

Resolve

Carpet Cleaner Trigger Spray 22 oz Brand Resolve - No. 1920000601

Aqueous surfactant spray solution in plastic trigger bottle

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS3 flags

Lower PFAS concern likely, but lack of disclosure limits assurance.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Vintage Resolve Fabric And Upholstery Cleaner 16oz Green Bottle 90%

Resolve

Vintage Resolve Fabric And Upholstery Cleaner 16oz Green Bottle 90%

Aqueous surfactant-based cleaner solution

B
F
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS5 flags

Lower concern, typical fabric cleaner with no known PFAS triggers, but Resolve makes no explicit disclosure.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

BISSELL Woolite Pet Stain and Odor Remover

Woolite

BISSELL Woolite Pet Stain and Odor Remover

Aqueous liquid cleaner formulation

B
F
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS5 flags

Lower PFAS risk than many stain removers, but no transparency on surfactants or treatment agents.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Woolite No-iron Wrinkle Releaser Static Remover Spray, 24 Fl Oz Each,

Woolite

No-iron Wrinkle Releaser Static Remover Spray, 24 Fl Oz Each,

Aqueous spray solution (water-based)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical wrinkle-release spray, but no public transparency from brand.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

The Laundress Delicate Spray

The Laundress

Delicate Spray

Water-based surfactant blend (laundry/fabric care spray)

B
D
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS3 flags

Lower concern; standard delicate laundry spray without known PFAS triggers, but brand offers no transparency.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

The Laundress Beauty Sleep Fabric Spray

The Laundress

Beauty Sleep Fabric Spray

Fragrance blend, water, alcohol-based spray

B
D
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS4 flags

Lower-concern fabric spray with no known PFAS triggers, but brand transparency is absent.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

The Laundress Activewear Spray

The Laundress

Activewear Spray

Aqueous cleaning concentrate (surfactants, water-based)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS3 flags

Lower-concern spray; no PFAS trigger signals, but brand offers no transparency.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

The Laundress Delicate Lady Spray

The Laundress

Delicate Lady Spray

Water-based fabric care spray (surfactants, water, fragrance)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS3 flags

Lower PFAS risk; liquid laundry spray with no known stain-resist or water-resistant chemistry.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

The Laundress Crease Release

The Laundress

Crease Release

aqueous spray formulation (likely water, silicones, fragrance, emulsifiers)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS3 flags

Lower concern, a consumer spray with no known PFAS triggers, but brand transparency is absent.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Crep Protect Ultimate Essentials Pack Sneaker Cleaner

Crep Protect

Ultimate Essentials Pack Sneaker Cleaner

Aqueous cleaner solution (surfactants, water-based)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; water-based cleaner unlikely to need fluorochemicals, but no transparency.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Febreze Fabric Refresher Spray

Febreze Fabric

Refresher Spray

Water, propylene glycol, fragrance, surfactants (aqueous spray)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; air/fabric refresher sprays rarely require water-repellent chemistry.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Clorox Fabric Sanitizer

Clorox

Fabric Sanitizer

quaternary ammonium compounds (quat-based sanitizer), aqueous solution

B
F
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS4 flags

Lower PFAS concern; Clorox sanitizer is aqueous-based with no known fluorochemical treatment.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Clorox Disinfecting Mist

Clorox

Disinfecting Mist

Aqueous disinfectant spray (water, active ingredients, propellant)

B
F
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS4 flags

Lower PFAS concern; typical household disinfectant without known fluorinated additives.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Lot Of 6 Clorox Fabric Sanitizer Spray Lavender Scent 14oz Each Soft

Clorox

Lot Of 6 Clorox Fabric Sanitizer Spray Lavender Scent 14oz Each Soft

aqueous spray solution (surfactants, water, fragrance)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; typical fabric sanitizer without known PFAS triggers, but no public disclosure from Clorox on formulation.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Clorox Fabric Sanitizer Trigger Spray Bottle Active Clean Clear 6 PK

Clorox

Fabric Sanitizer Trigger Spray Bottle Active Clean Clear 6 PK

Aqueous disinfectant solution in plastic trigger spray bottles

B
F
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS5 flags

Lower PFAS concern for the liquid product itself; spray bottle plastic remains unspecified by brand.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Clorox Fabric Sanitizer Lavender Scent 14 oz (Pack of 6)

Clorox

Fabric Sanitizer Lavender Scent 14 oz (Pack of 6)

aqueous fabric sanitizer solution (quaternary ammonium compounds, hypochlorite, water, surfactants)

B
F
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS4 flags

Lower concern, liquid fabric sanitizer unlikely to contain PFAS, but Clorox provides no transparency.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Clorox Fabric Sanitizer Spray 24 Ounces (Package May Vary)

Clorox

Fabric Sanitizer Spray 24 Ounces (Package May Vary)

Aqueous hypochlorous acid disinfectant spray (liquid)

B
F
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; standard disinfectant spray without known risk triggers.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Seventh Generation Laundry Stain Remover Spray Bottles

Seventh Generation

Laundry Stain Remover Spray Bottles

water-based surfactant solution in plastic spray bottle

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower concern laundry spray; liquid formula unlikely to contain PFAS, but brand offers no transparency.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Method Stain and Odor Remover Spearmint Sage

Method

Stain and Odor Remover Spearmint Sage

Liquid detergent concentrate (surfactants, water, fragrance)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical stain remover; Method silent on PFAS, no known high-risk coatings present.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Method Ginger Mango Fabric Softener 53.5 Oz Spray - 4ct Case

Method

Ginger Mango Fabric Softener 53.5 Oz Spray - 4ct Case

water-based fabric softener (liquid spray formulation)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower concern for PFAS; fabric softeners are not typical PFAS-application products, but Method does not disclose ingredient transparency.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Method Stain and Odor Treatment, Spearmint Sage, 20oz, Size: 20 Ounce

Method

Stain and Odor Treatment, Spearmint Sage, 20oz, Size: 20 Ounce

Aqueous liquid detergent concentrate in plastic bottle

B
D
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a liquid laundry treatment, no coatings, waterproofing, or grease-resistance triggers, but Method discloses little.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

METHOD Spearmint Sage Scent Stain and Odor Remover 20 oz Spray, 343134 - Min Qty 4

Method

Spearmint Sage Scent Stain and Odor Remover 20 oz Spray, 343134 - Min Qty 4

Aqueous cleaning solution in plastic spray bottle

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

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

Method Stain and Odor Remover Spearmint Sage Scent 20 oz Spray - pack of 4 343134-XCP4

Method

Stain and Odor Remover Spearmint Sage Scent 20 oz Spray - pack of 4 343134-XCP4

Aqueous cleaning concentrate in spray bottle

B
F
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS4 flags

Lower PFAS concern for this liquid stain remover; spray bottles are not typical PFAS exposure vectors.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Lysol Max Cover Disinfectant Mist

Lysol

Max Cover Disinfectant Mist

Propellant spray disinfectant liquid

B
F
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS5 flags

Lower concern for typical use, no PFAS indicators known.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Lysol Neutra Air Crisp Linen Fabric Mist

Lysol

Neutra Air Crisp Linen Fabric Mist

propellant and volatile organic solvents

B
F
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS5 flags

Fabric mist with no known PFAS risk, but brand silent on composition.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Lysol Crisp Linen Disinfectant Spray

Lysol

Crisp Linen Disinfectant Spray

aqueous disinfectant spray, active ingredient alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium saccharinate

B
D
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS3 flags

Liquid disinfectant shows lower PFAS concern; no known risk vectors identified.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

LYSOL Disinfectant Spray To Go

Lysol

Disinfectant Spray To Go

Pressurized aerosol spray, active ingredients in propellant base

B
F
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS4 flags

Skip until brand clarifies propellant PFAS status.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Lysol Fabric Mist

Lysol

Fabric Mist

Water and fragrance blend in aerosol spray

B
F
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS4 flags

Fabric spray with no known PFAS risk; brand silent on PFAS.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Lysol Disinfectant Spray Lavender & Cotton Blossom 19 oz.

Lysol

Disinfectant Spray Lavender & Cotton Blossom 19 oz.

Aqueous liquid spray, pressurized aerosol container

B
F
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS5 flags

Typical disinfectant spray with no known PFAS concern.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Lysol Disinfectant Spray

Lysol

Disinfectant Spray

active ingredients (alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium compounds) in aqueous spray base

B
F
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS5 flags

Lower concern spray format; no known PFAS in formulation.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Lysol Disinfectant Spray Crisp Linen

Lysol

Disinfectant Spray Crisp Linen

aerosol spray propellant and liquid active ingredients

B
F
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS5 flags

Aerosol disinfectant with no known PFAS use reported; lower concern product.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Folex Carpet Spot Remover

Folex

Carpet Spot Remover

Aqueous cleaning solution (surfactants, water)

B
D
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS4 flags

Liquid carpet cleaner with no known PFAS use; spot-check label for any updates.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Folex Instant Carpet Spot Remover Spray - Odor-Free, Non-Toxic - 2 Pack, 32oz Each, Gold

Folex

Instant Carpet Spot Remover Spray - Odor-Free, Non-Toxic - 2 Pack, 32oz Each, Gold

Aqueous surfactant-based liquid cleaner

B
F
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS3 flags

Lower concern. Liquid cleaner unlikely to contain PFAS but brand silent.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Folex Instant Carpet Spot Remover

Folex

Instant Carpet Spot Remover

aqueous-based carpet spot remover, surfactant solution

B
F
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS4 flags

Liquid cleaner with no known PFAS use; lower concern than treated textiles.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Folex Professional Carpet Spot Remover 34oz Pack of 2

Folex

Professional Carpet Spot Remover 34oz Pack of 2

Aqueous cleaning solution, surfactant-based liquid

B
D
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS4 flags

Liquid carpet cleaner with no known PFAS risk signals.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Folex Instant Carpet Spot Remover Liquid Carpet Cleaner - Odor Free Spray - 32 Oz., White

Folex

Instant Carpet Spot Remover Liquid Carpet Cleaner - Odor Free Spray - 32 Oz., White

Water-based liquid surfactant cleaner

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower concern. Standard carpet cleaner without disclosed PFAS-prone features.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

4 Pack Folex Instant Carpet Spot Remover Carpet Cleaner - 128 oz - Removes Pet Accidents, Grease, Red Wine and More

Folex

4 Pack Folex Instant Carpet Spot Remover Carpet Cleaner - 128 oz - Removes Pet Accidents, Grease, Red Wine and More

Aqueous liquid cleaner concentrate

B
F
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS4 flags

Likely lower concern. Liquid cleaner has minimal PFAS risk profile.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Carbona Upholstery Cleaner

Carbona

Upholstery Cleaner

aqueous cleaning solution (surfactants, water, solvents)

B
F
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS4 flags

Upholstery cleaner with lower PFAS concern, but verify ingredients.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Carbona Laundry Pretreat Stain Remover

Carbona

Laundry Pretreat Stain Remover

Aqueous liquid surfactant blend, solvent-based cleaner

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS3 flags

Laundry liquid cleaners rarely contain PFAS.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Carbona Anti-static Spray 6 Oz Tin Can 1/2 Full Original Woolworth's

Carbona

Anti-static Spray 6 Oz Tin Can 1/2 Full Original Woolworth's

pressurized aerosol propellant, antistatic polymers

B
F
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS4 flags

Vintage aerosol antistatic spray.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Carbona Laundry Pretreat Stain Remover Spray | Oxy-Powered Formula Works On 100+ Stains | Safe on Colors & Whites

Carbona

Laundry Pretreat Stain Remover Spray | Oxy-Powered Formula Works On 100+ Stains | Safe on Colors & Whites

aqueous cleaning solution, surfactants, oxygen-based bleach

B
D
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS3 flags

Oxygen-based stain remover carries lower PFAS concern.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Carbona Anti-static Spray 6 Oz Tin Can 1/2 Full Made In Usa

Carbona

Anti-static Spray 6 Oz Tin Can 1/2 Full Made In Usa

pressurized aerosol propellant, volatile silicones or hydrocarbons

B
F
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS4 flags

Unknown propellant composition.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Febreze FABRIC Refresher

Febreze Fabric

Refresher

Water-based spray formula (propellant, fragrance, water)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower-risk aerosol spray, but no PFAS disclosure; use caution with repeated inhalation.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Febreze Fabric Heavy Duty Refresher Crisp Clean

Febreze Fabric

Heavy Duty Refresher Crisp Clean

Water and fragrance-based fabric refresher spray

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Skip until Febreze discloses PFAS status; fabric refreshers often contain fluorinated compounds for odor-trapping.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Febreze Unstopables Touch Fabric Spray

Febreze Fabric

Febreze Unstopables Touch Fabric Spray

fragrance formulation (water, surfactants, fragrance, propellant)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate5 flags

Skip or research further, fragrance sprays commonly contain PFAS surfactants, and Febreze discloses nothing.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Febreze Fabric Antimicrobial Sanitizing and Fabric Spray

Febreze Fabric

Antimicrobial Sanitizing and Fabric Spray

Aqueous spray formulation (water, fragrance, active antimicrobial agents)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Insufficient public disclosure; cautious consumers should contact Febreze directly about PFAS content.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Febreze Fabric Spray Downy Calm & Extra Strength Set (2 ct)

Febreze Fabric

Spray Downy Calm & Extra Strength Set (2 ct)

Aqueous spray formulation (water-based); aerosolized fragrance, silicone, and odor-neutralizing agents

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate5 flags

No PFAS claims or public disclosure; typical fabric spray chemistry carries low-to-moderate PFAS risk but unverified.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Febreze Fabric Spray Air Freshener 12.5 fl oz

Febreze Fabric

Spray Air Freshener 12.5 fl oz

Aqueous spray solution (propylene glycol, fragrance, water); no inherent PFAS-prone materials flagged

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, but limited transparency on ingredient sourcing.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Febreze Unstopables Fabric Refresher

Febreze Fabric

Febreze Unstopables Fabric Refresher

fragrance and volatile organic compounds in aqueous spray base

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate5 flags

Skip until transparency improves; PFAS risk in fragrance formulations is documented but unverified here.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Clorox Fabric Sanitizer Aerosol Spray Lavender Scent 14 oz

Clorox

Fabric Sanitizer Aerosol Spray Lavender Scent 14 oz

aerosol propellant + quaternary ammonium surfactants + fragrance

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate5 flags

Skip until clarity, PFAS risk unknown for aerosol disinfectant systems.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Shout 32 fl. oz. Trigger Fabric Stain Remover

Shout

32 fl. oz. Trigger Fabric Stain Remover

aqueous liquid stain remover (surfactants, water, proprietary additives)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate5 flags

Skip, liquid cleaners rarely disclose PFAS surfactants; no public safety data available.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Shout Carpet Clean Up Foamer

Shout

Carpet Clean Up Foamer

surfactant-based foam cleaner formulation

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Insufficient disclosure; PFAS risk in carpet foamers unknown without ingredient testing.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Shout Laundry Stain Remover Trigger Spray

Shout

Laundry Stain Remover Trigger Spray

Aqueous surfactant solution in spray bottle

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Liquid stain remover formulation carries low inherent PFAS risk, but brand transparency is absent.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Folex

Folex

Folex

unclear; likely surfactant-based

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate5 flags

Insufficient public information on Folex PFAS status.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these

Resolve Upholstery Cleaner Multi-Fabric

Resolve

Upholstery Cleaner Multi-Fabric

Surfactant-based aqueous cleaning solution

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Resolve publicly discloses PFAS status, stain-resistance formulas often use fluorinated surfactants.

Stain-resistant finish

Resolve Spray 'N Wash Laundry Stain Remover

Resolve

Spray 'N Wash Laundry Stain Remover

Aqueous surfactant blend (liquid spray)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or proceed with caution, no PFAS transparency from brand on stain-remover formula.

Stain-resistant finish

Resolve Other | Resolve Advanced Formula Fabric Upholstery Cleaner Vintage | Color: Green | Size: 16 Fl Oz | Pm-65519744's Closet

Resolve

Other | Resolve Advanced Formula Fabric Upholstery Cleaner Vintage | Color: Green | Size: 16 Fl Oz | Pm-65519744's Closet

Aqueous surfactant cleaner formulation

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Resolve discloses PFAS status or provides independent testing.

Stain-resistant finish

Resolve Spray N Wash 22 Oz

Resolve

Spray N Wash 22 Oz

aqueous stain-release surfactant blend

F
F · High PFAS

Skip due to PFAS risk in stain-resistant formulations; no transparency from Resolve.

Stain-resistant finish

Resolve Spot & Stain Carpet Cleaner

Resolve

Spot & Stain Carpet Cleaner

Aqueous surfactant-based liquid cleaner

F
F · High PFAS

Stain-resistance claims in cleaners warrant caution; no PFAS disclosure available.

Stain-resistant finish

Reckitt Benckiser Professional Spray 'N Wash Stain Remover

Resolve

Reckitt Benckiser Professional Spray 'N Wash Stain Remover

Surfactant-based aqueous spray formulation

F
F · High PFAS

Household stain remover with no known PFAS risk factors, but brand discloses nothing about PFAS or formulation transparency.

Stain-resistant finish

Woolite Laundry And Linen Spray - New Home | Color: White

Woolite

Laundry And Linen Spray - New Home | Color: White

Aqueous spray formulation (likely water, surfactants, fabric-care actives)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Woolite discloses PFAS status; stain-resist sprays often contain fluorochemicals.

Stain-resistant finish

The Laundress Fabric Spray | Shop Tula

The Laundress

Fabric Spray | Shop Tula

water-based formula with fabric-conditioning agents

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until The Laundress discloses stain-resistance chemistry or obtains third-party verification.

Stain-resistant finish

method Stain and Odor Treatment

Method

Stain and Odor Treatment

aqueous enzymatic formula with surfactants

F
F · High PFAS

Lower PFAS risk than apparel/cookware, but Method makes no public PFAS disclosure, skip if concerned.

Stain-resistant finish

Shout Carpet Aerosol Stain and Odor Foaming Spray

Shout

Carpet Aerosol Stain and Odor Foaming Spray

Proprietary surfactants and foaming agents in aerosol spray

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Shout discloses PFAS status; stain-fighting cleaners often contain fluorinated compounds.

Stain-resistant finish

Shout Fabric Stain Remover Spray and 60 fl.. oz. Triple-Acting Liquid Refill

Shout

Fabric Stain Remover Spray and 60 fl.. oz. Triple-Acting Liquid Refill

Aqueous surfactant blend (liquid stain remover, no coating)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip if PFAS-concerned; fabric treatments sometimes use PFAS but Shout doesn't disclose.

Stain-resistant finish

Scotchgard Fabric Water Shield

Scotchgard

Fabric Water Shield

Proprietary water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until 3M discloses coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Scotchgard Fabric Crafts Water Shield

Scotchgard

Fabric Crafts Water Shield

Proprietary fabric treatment/water shield coating (unspecified chemistry)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Scotchgard discloses chemistry, water-shield products are traditional PFAS vectors.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Scotchgard Sun and Water Shield

Scotchgard

Sun and Water Shield

Proprietary water and stain repellent coating (unspecified chemistry)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Scotchgard discloses coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Guardsman Fabric Defense 2-Pack

Guardsman

Fabric Defense 2-Pack

Fabric protectant coating (composition unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until ingredient transparency improves; fabric treatments often contain PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Guardsman Fabric Defense & Upholstery Protector Blocks Stains and Repels Liquid

Guardsman

Fabric Defense & Upholstery Protector Blocks Stains and Repels Liquid

Unknown liquid/stain repellent coating (likely fluorinated polymer)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Guardsman discloses coating chemistry, fabric protectors historically rely on PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Guardsman Weather Defense Fabric Protector 10 oz

Guardsman

Weather Defense Fabric Protector 10 oz

Proprietary fabric protector spray coating (unspecified chemistry)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until ingredient transparency improves; PFAS risk unclear on indefinite-use fabric sprays.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Fabric Protectant Spray

Fels-Naptha

Fabric Protectant Spray

proprietary fabric protectant coating (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Fels-Naptha discloses ingredient chemistry, fabric protectants are traditional PFAS vectors.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Scotchgard Fabric Water Shield

Shout

Scotchgard Fabric Water Shield

Proprietary water/stain-resistant coating (unspecified chemistry)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Scotchgard discloses coating chemistry or pursues PFAS-free certification.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Scotchgard Sun and Water Shield

Shout

Scotchgard Sun and Water Shield

proprietary water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip, water-repellent coating fabric treatments commonly contain PFAS; Shout makes no disclosure or assurance.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Scotchgard Fabric Water Shield

3M

Scotchgard Fabric Water Shield

Proprietary fabric water repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until 3M discloses PFAS presence or verifies absence.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

3M Scotchgard Heavy Duty Water Shield

3M

Scotchgard Heavy Duty Water Shield

Proprietary water-repellent coating (unspecified chemistry)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until 3M discloses coating chemistry or provides PFAS testing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Scotchgard Fabric Protector 10 oz.

3M

Scotchgard Fabric Protector 10 oz.

Proprietary fluorochemical-based fabric treatment

F
F · High PFAS

High PFAS risk; 3M has phased out legacy formulations but composition remains undisclosed.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

3M Scotchgard Auto Fabric & Carpet Protector

3M

Scotchgard Auto Fabric & Carpet Protector

Proprietary water and stain repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip; 3M Scotchgard historically uses PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

3m Fabric Protector Extra Strength 10-oz. Residential Use Standard Application Men's

3M

Fabric Protector Extra Strength 10-oz. Residential Use Standard Application Men's

Fabric treatment coating, composition unspecified

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until 3M discloses fabric treatment chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Ecco Repel Guardian Spray

Ecos

Ecco Repel Guardian Spray

Aqueous polymer spray coating (unspecified water-repellent coating formula)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Ecos discloses PFAS status or switches to verified alternatives.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

The Laundress Isle Fabric Spray

The Laundress

Isle Fabric Spray

Fabric treatment (stain/water repellent)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until The Laundress discloses PFAS status or commits to PFAS-free formulation.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

The Laundress Wool And Cashmere Fabric Spray

The Laundress

Wool And Cashmere Fabric Spray

fabric spray (aqueous formulation for wool/cashmere)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip, PFAS risk unclear; The Laundress has not disclosed repellency chemistry despite treating delicate fabrics.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Protector Spray for Shoes (2-pack)

Crep Protect

Protector Spray for Shoes (2-pack)

Proprietary water/stain-repellent spray coating (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Crep Protect discloses PFAS status, spray coatings for shoes commonly use PFAS-based water-repellent coating chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Crep Protect Spray Protector 2-Pack

Crep Protect

Spray Protector 2-Pack

Proprietary water-repellent/stain-guard spray coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until ingredients disclosed, waterproofing sprays commonly use PFAS, and Crep Protect has not published composition.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Crep Protect The Ultimate Box Pack

Crep Protect

The Ultimate Box Pack

Silicone-based waterproof coating on fabric/canvas

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses coating chemistry, waterproof shoes often use PFAS-based water-repellent coating treatments.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Pack Crep Protect Spray Crep 200 ml + Déodorant pour chaussures Crep Fresh Linen 150 ml

Crep Protect

Pack Crep Protect Spray Crep 200 ml + Déodorant pour chaussures Crep Fresh Linen 150 ml

Protective spray coating (unspecified polymer/resin); aerosol formulation

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until ingredient disclosure improves, protective sprays often use fluorinated coatings.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nikwax Fabric & Leather Proof Spray On

Nikwax

Fabric & Leather Proof Spray On

Water-repellent polymer water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Nikwax discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, waterproof sprays are high-risk PFAS vectors.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nikwax Fabric & Leather Proof Spray

Nikwax

Fabric & Leather Proof Spray

Wax-based water repellent coating (paraffin/blend)

F
F · High PFAS

Lower concern, but no PFAS assurance, wax-based water-repellent coating sprays are safer alternatives to Teflon-family coating treatments, yet Nikwax provides no transparency.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nikwax Softshell Proof Spray-On Waterproofing

Nikwax

Softshell Proof Spray-On Waterproofing

Wax-based water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) spray coating

F
F · High PFAS

Lower-concern choice among spray waterproofers, but Nikwax's silence on PFAS leaves uncertainty.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nikwax Fabric and Leather Proof

Nikwax

Fabric and Leather Proof

Wax-based water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Lower concern but opaque; Nikwax wax products traditionally avoid PFAS, but no public disclosure.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nikwax Tent and Gear Solarproof

Nikwax

Tent and Gear Solarproof

Silicone-based water-repellent coating treatment (composition unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Nikwax discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to known PFAS-free formulations.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

NikWax Waterproofing Spray

Nikwax

Waterproofing Spray

Wax-based water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

Lower-concern waterproofing option, but Nikwax does not publicly disclose PFAS avoidance, verify current formula if concerned.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Granger's Performance Repel Plus Spray

Granger's

Performance Repel Plus Spray

Water-repellent spray treatment (water-repellent coating)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Granger's publicly confirms PFAS-free water-repellent coating; legacy repel sprays commonly used PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

House Of Bruar Grangers Proofer Spray

Granger's

House Of Bruar Grangers Proofer Spray

Waterproof/water-repellent treatment on fabric

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses waterproofing chemistry; water-repellent coating sprays commonly contain PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Grangers Clothing Repel 300ml

Granger's

Grangers Clothing Repel 300ml

water-repellent coating-treated fabric coating (proprietary formula)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, standard repellents often contain PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Granger's Performance Repel Plus Refill

Granger's

Performance Repel Plus Refill

proprietary water-repellent treatment (water-repellent coating finish)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact Granger's directly, waterproof refills commonly use PFAS, but brand discloses nothing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Grangers Tent + Gear Repel UV Spray

Granger's

Grangers Tent + Gear Repel UV Spray

UV-blocking spray treatment on textiles/gear

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until manufacturer discloses waterproofing chemistry, water-repellent coating sprays commonly use PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Performance Repel Plus Clear

Granger's

Performance Repel Plus Clear

Water repellent treatment (composition unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Granger's discloses treatment chemistry or provides PFAS-free verification.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Waterproofing treatment for outerwear 300 ml

Granger's

Waterproofing treatment for outerwear 300 ml

water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment, formulation not publicly disclosed

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Grangers clarifies water-repellent coating chemistry or switch to a brand with PFAS-free verification.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Granger's Clothing Care Kit

Granger's

Clothing Care Kit

Textile care solutions (cleaners, protectants)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until transparency improves, water/stain protectants commonly contain PFAS, and Granger's discloses nothing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Clorox Pure Allergen Neutralizer Fabric & Carpet Spray

Clorox

Pure Allergen Neutralizer Fabric & Carpet Spray

Spray formulation; fabric/carpet treatment (active ingredient neutralizes allergens)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip, fabric spray likely uses water-repellent coating/stain-resistant chemistry; Clorox silent on PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Fabric Protectant Spray

Method

Fabric Protectant Spray

Fabric protectant coating (formulation not disclosed)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Method discloses ingredients; fabric protectants historically use PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Scotchgard Fabric Crafts Water Shield

Shout

Scotchgard Fabric Crafts Water Shield

Water/stain repellent coating (fluorochemical-based traditional formulation)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Scotchgard has reformulated; historical PFAS legacy in water-repellent coating treatments remains undisclosed.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

3m Automotive Fabric & Upholstery Protector

3M

Automotive Fabric & Upholstery Protector

proprietary protective coating on fabric

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until 3M discloses coating chemistry or provides PFAS testing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Scotchgard Sun and Water Shield

3M

Scotchgard Sun and Water Shield

water and stain repellent coating (composition unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

High PFAS risk; 3M does not disclose coating chemistry or PFAS-free status.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Scotchgard Fabric & Upholstery Protector

3M

Scotchgard Fabric & Upholstery Protector

Proprietary water and stain repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip. Historic PFAS use in fabric treatments, no disclosure.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Cambridge Satchel The collonil Carbon Pure Spray

Carbona

Cambridge Satchel The collonil Carbon Pure Spray

Aerosol spray protectant, likely silicone or hydrocarbon base

F
F · High PFAS

Waterproofing sprays often contain PFAS; brand lacks disclosure.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

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