Murphy's Oil Soap · Leather Conditioning Products
Murphy Oil Soap Multi-use Spray Ready-To-Use - 22 fl oz (0.7 quart) - Fresh Orange Scent - Orange Bottle - 9 / Carton
Lower concern; soap formulation has minimal PFAS risk.
Murphy Oil Soap is a plant-oil-based cleaner with no known PFAS-related ingredients. Brand makes no PFAS claims. Plastic bottle is not treated for water or grease resistance.
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Soap solution in plastic spray bottle
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
cosmetics 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 water-based soap solution containing saponified mineral oil, surfactants, and fragrance, packaged in a plastic spray bottle (typically HDPE or similar). The formula is designed for hard-surface cleaning (wood floors, tile, linoleum) and contains no known toxic active ingredients. The mineral oil content is food-grade quality; the spray delivery means you are not ingesting or inhaling significant quantities during normal household use.
The brand's record and disclosure
Murphy Oil Soap has been in continuous production since 1912 and maintains a basic safety data sheet listing. The brand does not advertise third-party certifications (EcoLogo, Green Seal, etc.) and has not publicly committed to PFAS elimination, though the soap formulation itself carries minimal inherent PFAS risk. No major recalls or regulatory actions specific to consumer safety hazards have been documented for this product line.
How it compares in its category
Murphy Oil Soap is a traditional, minimally-formulated multipurpose cleaner compared to modern enzyme-based or concentrated spray cleaners. It is less likely to contain problematic flame retardants, antimicrobials, or undisclosed chemical preservatives than heavily marketed alternatives. The trade-off is lower cleaning power per volume and a dated marketing positioning rather than any safety advantage.
If you buy it
Use as directed on the label: dilute for most surfaces, spray lightly, and wipe dry. Store away from heat and sunlight to preserve the soap emulsion. Do not ingest or allow prolonged skin contact; rinse hands after use. The plastic bottle is not designed for reheating or prolonged storage of other substances; discard when empty rather than repurposing.
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
Fresh orange scent is achieved through synthetic fragrance compounds and/or limonene (a natural citrus extract). Individuals with fragrance sensitivity or citrus allergy may experience respiratory irritation or contact dermatitis; no specific reaction data published for this formulation.
Skin irritation from surfactants
Soap-based surfactants can cause mild dryness or irritation with prolonged direct contact. Risk is low under intended use (diluted, wiped surfaces) but higher if undiluted product contacts skin or if used to hand-wash dishes without gloves.
Plastic bottle leachables
HDPE spray bottles used for Murphy Oil Soap are generally stable and low-risk. No documented leaching of BPA, phthalates, or other plasticizers into the aqueous soap solution under normal storage conditions.
Eye irritation if sprayed directly
Concentrated soap solution will irritate eyes; this is typical for all spray cleaners. Avoid spraying toward face and wash eyes immediately with water if contact occurs.
Formaldehyde or formaldehyde releasers
Murphy Oil Soap does not typically contain formaldehyde or preservative systems that release formaldehyde. The mineral oil and soap base require minimal antimicrobial preservation compared to water-heavy lotions or creams.
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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