all purpose cleaning spray
Phthalates
- endocrine disruptors
- reduced sperm count
- absorbed through inhalation and skin contact and goes straight to organs
- Found in fragranced household products (air fresheners, dish soap, toilet paper
- neurotoxin
- Possible carcinogen
- dizziness
- loss of coordination and other symptoms
- inhalation from smell on clothes when try return from dry cleaner or fumes that linger after cleaning carpets
- Found in dry cleaning solutions, spot removers, carpet and upholstery cleaners
- Aggressive antibacterial agent that can promote the growth of drug-resistant bacteria
- found in dangerous concentrations in rivers and streams where it is toxic to algae
- May disrupt endocrine function
- Probable carcinogen
- Found in most liquid dishwashing detergents and hand soaps labeled as antibacterial
- Helps breed antibiotic resistant bacteria
- skin irritant
- suspected to cause respiratory disorders
- can lead to asthma
- Found in fabric softener (liquid and sheets), and most household cleaners labeled as "antibacterial"
- not required to be listed on label
- causes sore throats when inhaled
- contributes to narcosis, pulmonary edema and severe liver and kidney damage
- Found in Window, kitchen and multipurpose cleaners
- Powerful irritant
- people who suffer from asthma and elderly people with respiratory issues will be affected right away
- causes chronic bronchitis and asthma
- can create poisonous gas when mixed with bleach
- Found in polishing agents and glass cleaners
- Health Risks are acute and chronic
- respiratory irritant
- serious thyroid disrupter
- Found in scouring powders, toilet bowl cleaners, mildew removers, laundry cleaners, household tap water
- You can be exposed nearly anywhere
- exposed when taking baths and showers
- Extremely corrosive
- Can cause severe burns with contact
- Can cause sore throat from inhalation
- Found in oven cleaners and drain openers
alternatives
- Baking Soda - cleans, deodorizes, softens water, scours.
- Soap - unscented soap in liquid form, flakes, powders or bars is biodegradable and will clean just about anything. Avoid using soaps which contain petroleum distillates.
- Lemon - one of the strongest food-acids, effective against most household bacteria.
- Borax - (sodium borate) cleans, deodorizes, disinfects, softens water, cleans wallpaper, painted walls and floors.
- White Vinegar - cuts grease, removes mildew, odors, some stains and wax build-up.
- Washing Soda - or SAL Soda is sodium carbonate decahydrate, a mineral. Washing soda cuts grease, removes stains, softens water, cleans wall, tiles, sinks and tubs. Use care, as washing soda can irritate mucous membranes. Do not use on aluminum.
- Isopropyl Alcohol - is an excellent disinfectant. (It has been suggested to replace this with ethanol or 100 proof alcohol in solution with water. There is some indication that isopropyl alcohol buildup contributes to illness in the body. See http://drclark.ch/g)
- Cornstarch - can be used to clean windows, polish furniture, shampoo carpets and rugs.
- Citrus Solvent - cleans paint brushes, oil and grease, some stains. (Citrus solvent may cause skin, lung or eye irritations for people with multiple chemical sensitivities.)