Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day · Hand Sanitizer
Mrs. Meyer's Hand Sanitizer Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Lavender Liquid 2 oz - pack of 12 11154-XCP12
Lower PFAS concern for this simple liquid product; brand transparency on PFAS absent.
Mrs. Meyer's hand sanitizer is a liquid cosmetic without inherent PFAS-risk features like water repellency or nonstick coatings. Typical hand sanitizer formulations do not require PFAS additives. However, Mrs.
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aqueous liquid formulation, plastic bottle dispensing
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
Mrs. Meyer's Hand Sanitizer is a water-based liquid formulation in a plastic dispenser bottle, typically containing 60-70% ethanol or isopropyl alcohol as the active antimicrobial agent, combined with water, glycerin, and plant-derived fragrance oils (lavender in this case). The plastic bottle is polyethylene terephthalate (PET) or high-density polyethylene (HDPE), both chemically stable and unsuitable for leaching when storing aqueous sanitizer at room temperature. No ceramic glazes, coatings prone to degradation, or complex polymer matrices are involved, which eliminates the major leaching and fume pathways seen in cookware or certain personal-care applicators.
The brand's record and disclosure
Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day is owned by SC Johnson, a large household-products manufacturer with mixed transparency records. The brand does not publicly disclose PFAS testing or avoidance policies for any product line, including this sanitizer; SC Johnson has made no industry-leading commitments to PFAS phase-out. No major product recalls or safety controversies specific to this hand sanitizer formulation are on record. The brand markets itself around plant-derived ingredients and is certified by the EPA Safer Choice Program, which requires toxicological screening but does not specifically test for PFAS in finished products.
How it compares in its category
Hand sanitizers in liquid form are significantly lower-risk than gel or foam variants because they avoid thickening polymers, emulsifiers, and antimicrobial additives (like triclosan, now banned in soaps but legacy in some older formulations) that multiply hazard pathways. This Mrs. Meyer's product is in the mainstream category: ethanol-based, plant-fragrance heavy, and widely available. Alcohol-only sanitizers (e.g., plain ethanol solutions) carry identical or lower hazard profiles; premium brands do not meaningfully reduce risk for a simple liquid sanitizer, though some (e.g., Seventh Generation) offer explicit PFAS-free claims that Mrs. Meyer's does not.
If you buy it
Store the bottle away from heat sources and direct sunlight to preserve fragrance and alcohol potency over the 2-year typical shelf life. Ensure caps seal tightly after each use to prevent evaporation of the active alcohol component, which reduces efficacy. Discard or replace any bottle that shows cloudiness, separation, or visible degradation of the plastic. Keep away from children and pets as directed; the 60-70% alcohol content is toxic if ingested in quantity, standard for all hand sanitizers in this class.
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.”
Ethanol toxicity if ingested
Hand sanitizers are regulated as nonprescription drugs and carry standard labeling warnings. Ingestion by children or pets can cause poisoning; this is an inherent alcohol-based sanitizer risk, not specific to Mrs. Meyer's formulation.
Fragrance allergens (lavender essential oil / linalool)
Lavender-scented products contain natural fragrance compounds that can trigger contact dermatitis or respiratory irritation in sensitized individuals. Mrs. Meyer's does not disclose fragrance components in fine detail; skin contact reactions have been reported anecdotally for plant-based fragrances in this brand's product line, though not systematized in published safety databases.
Plastic bottle leaching (PET/HDPE container)
PET and HDPE bottles are chemically stable with aqueous, alcohol-based solutions and do not leach endocrine disruptors (BPA, BPS) or phthalates under normal room-temperature storage. No degradation or leachate contamination is documented for this product type.
Antimicrobial effectiveness and resistance
Alcohol-based sanitizers are effective against most enveloped viruses and bacteria but do not prevent pathogen regrowth on skin after evaporation. No hazard to user health, but misuse (e.g., as sole hand hygiene in highly contaminated environments) reduces protective benefit and may encourage reliance without handwashing.
1,4-dioxane contamination in fragrance or surfactants
This product does not list surfactants or emulsifiers in its simple aqueous formulation, and plant-derived fragrances are lower-risk for 1,4-dioxane than synthetic fragrance blends. No recalls or testing reports indicate contamination for Mrs. Meyer's sanitizer products.
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.
Safer alternatives in Hand Sanitizer
Seventh Generation
Hand Wash Natural Seventh Generation
water-based surfactants, plant-derived ingredients
Lower-concern choice; MADE SAFE certification and plant-based formula reduce PFAS risk significantly.
✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party
Seventh Generation
Hydrating Antibacterial Hand Mist
Water-based cosmetic spray (alcohol, water, plant extracts, preservatives)
Lower-concern choice; hand mist format and brand transparency reduce PFAS risk, though no dedicated lab testing published.
✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party
Honest Company
The Honest Company SANI SPRAY-2OZ-GRAPEFRUIT
Water-based formula (spray disinfectant)
Lower-concern buy; transparent brand with third-party backing on PFAS.
✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party
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