Gojo · Hand Soap
GOJO Foaming Soap Refill Unscented 23.6 oz. 4/Carton
Lower concern, foaming soap is unlikely to contain PFAS, but GOJO does not publicly disclose.
GOJO's unscented foaming soap is a simple water-based product with no obvious PFAS risk drivers (no waterproofing, stain-resistance, or nonstick coatings). However, the brand makes no public statement about PFAS-free status or ingredient transparency.
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Water-based foaming soap (surfactants, water, glycerin)
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Category baseline
cosmetics 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
GOJO Foaming Soap Refill is a water-based formulation containing surfactants (cleaning agents), glycerin (humectant), and water as primary ingredients. The foaming mechanism relies on mechanical aeration rather than chemical propellants, which reduces exposure risk. No intentional biocides, formaldehyde releasers, or fragrance allergens are listed for the unscented variant, making it chemically straightforward compared to many consumer soaps.
The brand's record and disclosure
GOJO Industries (maker of Purell and GOJO soaps) does not publicly disclose detailed chemical composition or third-party safety testing for all product lines. The company has faced no major recalls or safety violations on record for this foaming soap line. GOJO maintains some sustainability certifications but remains silent on PFAS presence across its portfolio, which is typical for the soap category but represents a transparency gap.
How it compares in its category
Foaming hand soaps like this are generally considered safer than antimicrobial or heavily fragranced alternatives because they use fewer additives and no active antimicrobials (triclosan, etc.). This unscented version avoids fragrance allergen risks that plague scented soaps. It sits at the low end of chemical complexity for commercial hand soaps, comparable to simple bar soaps but in liquid form.
If you buy it
Use as directed on the dispenser; foaming formulations require less product per use, reducing consumption. Store sealed refills away from direct heat or sunlight to prevent degradation, though this product is not heat-sensitive. Check dispenser cleanliness monthly to prevent bacterial biofilm buildup in the pump mechanism. No special handling needed; standard hand soap precautions apply (avoid eye contact, keep out of reach of young children).
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.”
Fragrance allergens
This is the unscented variant, so fragrance-induced contact dermatitis or sensitization is not a concern. Scented versions of similar GOJO soaps may carry fragrance allergen risk, but this SKU explicitly avoids that.
Antimicrobial residue or bioaccumulation
No triclosan, triclocarban, or other antimicrobial agents are documented in GOJO foaming soap formulations. Standard surfactant-based soaps do not bioaccumulate in skin or organs.
Dispenser/container leachables
Plastic dispenser pumps on refill cartons may leach trace BPA or other plasticizers if stored at elevated temperatures or for extended periods, though the risk is low for a water-based product in normal conditions. No specific testing data on GOJO dispensers is publicly available.
Skin irritation from surfactants
All surfactant-based soaps can cause mild irritation or drying in sensitive individuals; unscented formulations reduce chemical load but do not eliminate this risk. Glycerin inclusion helps mitigate drying.
Bacterial or mold growth in pump/dispenser
Standing water in pump mechanisms can harbor biofilm if dispensers are not cleaned regularly. This is a maintenance issue, not a product defect, but applies to all pump-dispensed soaps.
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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