Gojo · Hand Soap
GOJO NATURAL ORANGE Smooth Hand Cleaner
Lower concern, liquid hand cleaner with no known PFAS triggers, but brand provides no public PFAS transparency.
GOJO Natural Orange is a water-based, citrus-extract hand cleaner with no surfactants or coatings typically associated with PFAS. Hand soaps and cleansers are not routine vectors for PFAS contamination. The brand does not publicize PFAS-free status or third-party verification, reflecting the general lack of disclosure in this category.
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Citrus-based solvent, water, and emulsifiers in liquid hand cleaner
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 NATURAL ORANGE is a liquid hand cleaner built around citrus-derived solvents (d-limonene from orange peel oil) mixed with water, emulsifiers, and detergents to lift grease and soil. Unlike abrasive pumice cleaners, this formulation avoids particulate inhalation risk and skin microabrasion. The citrus solvent acts as a degreaser without relying on petroleum hydrocarbons or chlorinated compounds, making the chemical profile relatively straightforward and low-toxicity for typical hand-washing exposures.
The brand's record and disclosure
GOJO Industries is a major hand hygiene manufacturer with no significant public recalls or safety controversies on record for this product line. The company does not publish detailed PFAS or chemical disclosure statements for consumer products, reflecting an older transparency posture common in the sector. GOJO holds no third-party certifications (e.g., EPA Safer Choice, EWG Verified) for this specific product, though the brand manufactures both conventional and plant-based lines.
How it compares in its category
Citrus-based hand cleaners occupy a middle ground between fragrance-free clinical soaps and heavy-duty petroleum or chlorinated solvent cleaners. This product avoids the antimicrobial triclosan and synthetic fragrance load of older hand soaps, and sidesteps the respiratory irritation potential of harsh solvents. It is comparable to other d-limonene based cleaners (like some Ecos or Seventh Generation lines) but with less public ingredient transparency than certified eco-brands.
If you buy it
Use as directed on the bottle; no special storage precautions are required beyond keeping the cap sealed in cool, dry conditions. Do not ingest; keep away from eyes and open wounds. The product is safe for frequent hand washing and does not require rinsing longer than typical soap. Discontinue if skin irritation develops, particularly if you have citrus sensitivity or dermatitis.
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 and sensitizers (d-limonene, citrus oils)
D-limonene is a known contact sensitizer in susceptible individuals, particularly those with dermatitis or fragrance sensitivity. Repeated or prolonged exposure can trigger allergic contact dermatitis in a small subset of users, though most tolerate it well at normal hand-washing concentrations.
Eye and mucous membrane irritation
Like most hand cleaners, accidental eye contact or ingestion can cause temporary stinging or irritation due to surfactant and solvent content. This is a standard concern for liquid soap products and not specific to GOJO NATURAL ORANGE.
Formaldehyde releasers in emulsifier or preservative systems
No formaldehyde donors (DMDM hydantoin, imidazolidinyl urea) are listed or known to be used in GOJO NATURAL ORANGE formulations. Standard citrus-based cleaners typically rely on milder preservative chemistries.
Heavy metals in colorants or mineral additives
GOJO NATURAL ORANGE uses standard FD&C approved dyes and no mineral additives (e.g., no pumice, talc, or mica). No known reports of lead, cadmium, or other heavy metal contamination in this product.
1,4-dioxane as manufacturing contaminant
1,4-dioxane can occur as a trace impurity in ethoxylated surfactants during manufacturing. GOJO does not disclose contaminant testing data, so residual 1,4-dioxane cannot be ruled out entirely, but levels in liquid hand cleaners are typically negligible compared to concentration-dependent cosmetics.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 82% 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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Seventh Generation
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