Chlorox Plus+ Bleach Wipes · Cleaning Wipes
Clorox Disinfecting Wipes To Go Lemon 9 Count
Lower PFAS concern for a disposable wipe product; brand makes no claims either way.
Clorox Disinfecting Wipes To Go are single-use nonwoven fabric wipes with no disclosed surface treatment or water-resistant coating. Disinfectant wipes do not typically require PFAS-based durable water repellency or grease resistance, making PFAS use unlikely but unconfirmed.
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nonwoven fabric (polypropylene/polyester blend), no coating specified
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Category baseline
other is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement about PFAS in this product.
Safe base material
Made from a material with no inherent PFAS use (ceramic, mineral, or natural fiber).
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
Clorox Disinfecting Wipes To Go are made from a nonwoven fabric blend of polypropylene and polyester, pre-saturated with a bleach-based disinfectant solution (sodium hypochlorite). The nonwoven substrate itself is not coated with Teflon-type coating or ceramic glazes, so typical cookware leaching hazards do not apply. The primary chemical exposure is the bleach solution in contact with skin and surfaces during use, not the substrate material itself.
The brand's record and disclosure
Clorox Company is a major household chemical manufacturer with a long public history. The brand does not prominently disclose or market PFAS-free status for this wipe product, and no independent certification (e.g., OEKO-TEX, EPA Safer Choice) is listed on packaging or product pages. Clorox has faced scrutiny historically for transparency on chemical ingredients but has not faced recall for this specific wipe product in publicly available records.
How it compares in its category
Disposable disinfecting wipes are a high-use category; most competitors (Lysol, Method, store brands) use similar nonwoven substrates with bleach or quaternary ammonium (QAT) disinfectants. Clorox's bleach-based formula is more aggressive on microbes but harsher on skin and some surfaces than QAT alternatives. The nine-count portable format is typical for on-the-go cleaning and poses lower cumulative exposure than bulk roll formats.
If you buy it
Use wipes in well-ventilated areas to avoid inhaling bleach vapor; wear gloves if you have sensitive skin, as sodium hypochlorite can cause irritation with prolonged contact. Do not apply to food preparation surfaces without rinsing thoroughly afterward. Store the container tightly sealed to prevent the substrate from drying out or releasing fumes. Replace after the nine-count is used or if the wipes dry out; do not rehydrate with water or other liquids.
Beyond PFAS: other things we checked
Established hazard classes for this product type, assessed from public information. These never change the PFAS grade; a Likely flag caps the Verdict at “Buy with care.”
Sodium hypochlorite (bleach) irritation and inhalation
The active disinfectant is a known skin and respiratory irritant at high concentrations. Risk is manageable with ventilation and glove use but inherent to the product's function.
Microplastic shedding from nonwoven fabric
Polypropylene and polyester nonwoven materials can shed fibers during use; repetitive wiping may shed small microfiber fragments onto surfaces or hands, particularly if the wipe degrades over time or is reused improperly.
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from saturant solution
Pre-saturated wipes may release VOCs (formaldehyde releasers or other preservatives in the disinfectant solution) into air, especially in unventilated spaces; this is typical for bleach-based cleaning products but not formally quantified for this specific product.
Skin sensitization from fragrance and preservatives
The 'Lemon' scent variant contains added fragrance compounds and preservatives not itemized on packaging; these can trigger contact dermatitis in sensitized individuals, though specific allergen data is not publicly disclosed.
None established for heavy metals, formaldehyde resins, or azo dyes
No recalls or published testing has identified lead, cadmium, formaldehyde cross-linkers, or azo dyes in Clorox disinfecting wipes; the nonwoven substrate does not require ceramic glazing or synthetic dye processes typical of higher-risk product categories.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 72% confidence. It is not a lab result.
No independent PFAS lab test is on record for this exact product. A lab test could move the score in either direction.
The brand has not made a specific, verifiable PFAS-free statement, so part of this score reflects that missing disclosure rather than a confirmed material.
Formulations and coatings change between production runs. Always check the current label before buying.
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Lower PFAS concern: Seventh Generation's transparent stance and third-party certifications support a safer choice for disinfecting wipes.
✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party
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⚠Risky category by default
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