Lysol Fabric · Fabric Protectant Sprays
Lysol Lysol Fabric Disinfectant Spray - Spray - 15 fl oz (0.5 quart) - Lavender Fields Scent - 12 / Carton - Clear
Liquid disinfectant spray, lower concern for PFAS than coatings or treatments.
Lysol fabric spray is a liquid aerosol product with no inherent PFAS-prone materials (no nonstick coating, waterproofing, or stain treatment). Lysol does not publicly disclose PFAS content; no independent lab testing found.
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Aqueous aerosol spray, surfactants and active ingredients
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Safe base material
Made from a material with no inherent PFAS use (ceramic, mineral, or natural fiber).
Category baseline
other is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement about PFAS in this product.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
Lysol Fabric Disinfectant is an aqueous aerosol spray, meaning the active disinfectant (typically quaternary ammonium compounds or phenolic agents in Lysol products) is suspended in water with propellants, surfactants, and fragrance. Unlike surface sprays, fabric formulations are designed to dry without leaving residue that would stain or stiffen cloth. The lavender scent is a fragrance blend; Lysol does not disclose full ingredient lists on product labels, which is standard industry practice but limits transparency.
The brand's record and disclosure
Lysol (Reckitt Benckiser) does not voluntarily publish ingredient disclosure or safety data sheets for consumer products on packaging or websites, though Safety Data Sheets are available to commercial customers. The brand has not faced major recalls or regulatory action specific to fabric disinfectants. Lysol maintains EPA-registered status for disinfectant efficacy claims, meaning the active ingredients meet federal antimicrobial safety thresholds. No independent certifications (e.g., EWG verification, Green Seal) are claimed for this product.
How it compares in its category
Fabric disinfectant sprays occupy a lower-risk niche than hard-surface sprays because they are not designed for skin contact and dry rapidly on porous media. Lysol Fabric is mainstream-retail and cost-competitive; greener alternatives (e.g., plant-based disinfectants, enzyme-based sprays) exist but are less common and may sacrifice efficacy or require longer dwell times. The propellant-based aerosol format is standard; pump sprays offer no safety advantage for this product type and may be less effective at fabric penetration.
If you buy it
Spray in well-ventilated areas to minimize inhalation of propellant and fragrance; do not oversaturate fabric or use on items that will contact skin immediately after application, allow 5-10 minutes air-dry. Avoid spraying near eyes, nose, or mouth, and keep away from children and pets during and shortly after use. Store upright in a cool, dry place; do not expose to heat or puncture the canister. Discard if the spray mechanism fails or after the product expires; do not attempt to refill aerosol cans.
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
Lavender Fields scent is a proprietary fragrance blend; undisclosed components may trigger contact dermatitis or respiratory irritation in sensitive individuals. Lysol does not list fragrance constituents, so specific allergen identification is not possible from label alone.
Propellant inhalation (acute respiratory irritation)
Aerosol propellants (typically hydrocarbons or hydrocarbon-like compounds) can cause throat irritation, coughing, or mild bronchospasm in poorly ventilated spaces or with excessive exposure. Risk is low with typical household use but increases if sprayed in confined spaces or near face.
Quaternary ammonium compound sensitization
Many Lysol disinfectants use quats as active ingredients; repeated skin contact with undiluted or high-concentration residues can occasionally cause contact dermatitis. Fabric spray is low-risk because it dries and dilutes on fabric, but individuals with known quat sensitivity should avoid direct hand contact with sprayed fabric during application.
Eyes and mucous membrane irritation
Direct spray contact with eyes or inhalation into nasal/throat passages can cause temporary stinging, redness, or coughing. This is a standard hazard of any aerosol disinfectant and is mitigated by normal use away from face.
Heavy metals in pigments or additives
No recalls or regulatory findings of lead, cadmium, or other heavy metals in Lysol fabric sprays. Aqueous disinfectant sprays typically do not include colored pigments or metal-based compounds that would warrant concern in this category.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 62% 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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