Murphy's Oil Soap · Leather Conditioning Products
Murphy's 22 oz Oil Soap Spray
Lower concern. Oil-based liquid cleaner unlikely to contain PFAS.
Murphy's Oil Soap is a plant-oil-based liquid spray cleaner with no known PFAS application. No brand disclosure on PFAS, but formulation type presents lower risk.
Shop Murphy's Oil Soap on Amazon →Material
plant-based oils, soap, water
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's Oil Soap Spray is a plant-oil based cleaner, typically containing mineral oil, saponified plant oils (often coconut or other vegetable sources), water, and fragrance. Unlike synthetic detergents or chemical degreasers, plant-derived soaps are non-toxic and readily biodegradable. The spray formulation reduces dust inhalation risk compared to powder cleaners, and the diluted concentration in a ready-to-use bottle limits exposure to concentrated surfactants.
The brand's record and disclosure
Murphy Oil Soap has been in continuous production since 1946 with no major safety recalls or regulatory actions on record for the spray product. The brand does not actively promote third-party certifications (such as Ecocert or NSF) and provides minimal public disclosure on fragrance composition or manufacturing standards. No documented controversies regarding heavy metals, allergens, or hazardous byproducts have emerged in public databases or consumer reports.
How it compares in its category
Within household cleaners, oil-based soaps rank low-risk compared to ammonia or bleach products, which carry inhalation and burn hazards. They are gentler than petroleum-distillate degreasers but less effective on heavy grease. Murphy's sits in the mainstream safety tier: accessible, minimally regulated, and without red flags, though less transparent than premium eco-brands that publish full ingredient lists and third-party testing.
If you buy it
Use in well-ventilated areas to avoid inhaling fragrance compounds in high concentration over long periods. Avoid ingestion and prolonged skin contact; rinse hands after application. Store in a cool, dark place away from heat sources, as the plastic pump spray bottle may degrade if exposed to direct sunlight or high temperatures for months. Discard if the spray mechanism fails or if the product separates visibly; typical shelf life is 2-3 years.
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 compounds (fragrance allergens, undisclosed components)
Plant-based cleaners typically contain essential oils or synthetic fragrances; Murphy's does not publish fragrance ingredients publicly. Sensitive individuals may experience skin irritation or respiratory sensitization, though reactions are uncommon at household dilution levels.
Inhalation risk from aerosolized spray
Spray application generates fine mist that may irritate airways with prolonged or repeated exposure in poorly ventilated spaces. Risk is low in normal household use but higher for frequent professional cleaning.
Plastic bottle leachables (from spray container)
No recalls or field reports of BPA or phthalates leaching from Murphy's spray bottles. The product formulation (oil and water) does not appear to degrade typical food-grade pump plastics under normal storage.
Heavy metals in mineral oil base
Mineral oil used in cleaners is typically refined to remove heavy metals. No public data or regulatory warnings suggest Murphy's oil soap contains lead, cadmium, or arsenic above background levels.
Dermal irritation from soap/surfactants
Prolonged skin contact with undiluted or concentrated product may cause drying or mild irritation in sensitive individuals. Standard household use (diluted spray on surfaces) carries minimal risk.
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.
Safer alternatives in Leather Conditioning Products
Flaxseed Oil
Tannery Premium Leather Revitalizer
Flaxseed oil, mineral-based cosmetic
Lower PFAS concern; plant oil cosmetics avoid typical fluorochemicals.
⚠Risky category by default
Flaxseed Oil
Griot's Leather Care Spray
Flaxseed oil base, leather conditioning
Lower PFAS concern. Oil-based leather care typically avoids fluorochemicals.
⚠Risky category by default
More leather conditioning products grades
How we score: every product runs through the same public 0–100 rubric based on materials, coatings, brand disclosure, lab findings, and recalls. See the full methodology → Spotted a mistake? Report an error.