Murphy Oil Soap · Fabric Treatment Sprays
Murphy's 22 oz Oil Soap Spray
Lower concern. Oil soap spray is unlikely to contain PFAS.
Murphy Oil Soap is a traditional mineral oil and soap product with no known nonstick, waterproof, or stain-resistant coatings. No public PFAS disclosures found, but the product type itself poses minimal chemical risk.
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mineral oil and soap surfactants in aqueous spray
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
Murphy Oil Soap is a mineral oil and plant-based soap surfactant blend in water, designed as a wood floor and furniture cleaner. Mineral oil is a refined petroleum byproduct that does not bioaccumulate or exhibit acute toxicity at household exposure levels. The soap component breaks down grease and is biodegradable. This formulation avoids harsh solvents, corrosive alkalies, and synthetic detergent residues that accumulate on floors.
The brand's record and disclosure
Murphy Oil Soap (Colgate-Palmolive subsidiary) does not publish full Safety Data Sheets online for consumer spray products, which is common for over-the-counter cleaners but limits transparency. The brand has no publicized recalls for this product line. No PFAS claims appear in marketing or SEC filings, and the mineral oil and soap base makes PFAS inclusion unlikely. The company's environmental and safety stance on this product remains largely undisclosed.
How it compares in its category
Oil soap sprays are among the gentler wood and hard-surface cleaners on the market; they pose lower risk than petroleum-distillate based mineral spirits or strong alkaline degreasers. Compared to water-only or plant-extract cleaners, oil soap offers better grease removal but adds slickness to floors. Compared to synthetic surfactant blends, mineral oil is less likely to leave biofilm-attracting residues, though it can accumulate if overused.
If you buy it
Use sparingly on floors to avoid buildup and slipping hazards; wipe floors dry after application. Avoid contact with eyes; rinse immediately if exposure occurs. Not recommended for use on unsealed wood, stone, or tile without prior testing on a hidden spot. Store in original spray bottle away from heat. No special replacement schedule; discard if container leaks or spray mechanism fails.
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.”
Mineral oil residue buildup on floors
Repeated heavy application of oil-based cleaners can create a slippery film, especially on smooth flooring. This is a use-pattern hazard, not a chemical one, and is prevented by diluting and wiping dry.
Eye and skin irritation from spray
The soap surfactant in aqueous suspension can irritate mucous membranes if sprayed directly into eyes or inhaled as mist. This is consistent with typical household cleaners; rinsing resolves irritation.
Inhalation of mineral oil mist
Prolonged or heavy inhalation of spray mist in poorly ventilated spaces could cause upper respiratory irritation. Standard household use with normal ventilation presents minimal risk.
Heavy metal contamination in mineral oil
Refined mineral oils used in consumer products are heavily processed and tested for heavy metals; no recalls or reports exist for Murphy Oil Soap on this hazard.
Formaldehyde or preservative releasers
Oil soap formulations typically use sodium benzoate or similar safe preservatives; no evidence of formaldehyde-releasing compounds in standard mineral oil plus soap blends.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 78% 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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