Health and Safety Ratings
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10Causes Asthma– 10/10Data Provider: UK Health and Safety Executive, Asthmagen Compendium (Section III)Tells how likely an ingredient in this product is to cause asthma, based on the U.K. Health and Safety Executive. Chemicals are declared "May Cause Sensitization by Inhalation," "ACTS/Watch Chemical of Concern," or "Insufficient evidence to list as asthmagen."
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10Female Reproduction– 10/10Data Provider: State of California, Proposition 65 Chemicals Known to the State to Cause Cancer or Reproductive ToxicityTells whether an ingredient in this product has been found to be toxic to the female reproductive system by the State of California's Proposition 65 evaluation.
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10Male Reproduction– 10/10Data Provider: State of California, Proposition 65 Chemicals Known to the State to Cause Cancer or Reproductive ToxicityTells whether an ingredient in this product has been found to be toxic to the male reproductive system by the State of California's Proposition 65 evaluation.
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10Harmful to Unborn Children– 10/10Data Provider: European Union, European Union Consolidated List of Carcinogens, Mutagens and Reproductive ToxicantsTells whether ingredients in this product have a risk of impairing fertility, according to the European Union Directive on the Classification and Labeling of Dangerous Substances (Risk Phrase R62).
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10Harmful to Unborn Children– 10/10Data Provider: European Union, European Union Consolidated List of Carcinogens, Mutagens and Reproductive ToxicantsTells whether ingredients in this product have a risk of harming unborn children, according to the European Union Directive on the Classification and Labeling of Dangerous Substances (Risk Phrase R61).
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10Risk to Unborn Children– 10/10Data Provider: European Union, European Union Consolidated List of Carcinogens, Mutagens and Reproductive ToxicantsTells whether ingredients in this product have a risk of harming unborn children, according to the European Union Directive on the Classification and Labeling of Dangerous Substances (Risk Phrase R63).
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10Causes Infertility– 10/10Data Provider: European Union, European Union Consolidated List of Carcinogens, Mutagens and Reproductive ToxicantsTells whether ingredients in this product have a risk of impairing fertility, according to the European Union Directive on the Classification and Labeling of Dangerous Substances (Risk Phrase R60).
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10Fertility Problems– 10/10Data Provider: European Union, European Union Consolidated List of Carcinogens, Mutagens and Reproductive ToxicantsTells whether ingredients in this product have a risk of impairing fertility, according to the European Union Directive on the Classification and Labeling of Dangerous Substances (Risk Phrase R62).
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10Genetic Damage– 10/10Data Provider: European Union, European Union Consolidated List of Carcinogens, Mutagens and Reproductive ToxicantsTells whether ingredients in this product have a risk of causing heritable genetic damage, according to the European Union Directive on the Classification and Labeling of Dangerous Substances (Risk Phrase R46).
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10Endocrine Disruptors– 10/10Data Provider: European Commission, Endocrine Disruption Report, Annex 13 "List of 146 Substances with Endocrine Disruption Classifications"Tells whether an ingredient in this product has hormone disruption effects, based on both human and wildlife evidence. Category 1 chemicals have shown evidence of disruption in living organisms, while Category 2 chemicals have shown evidence of potential to cause endocrine disruption. Category 3 chemicals have shown no evidence of disruption.
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10Carcinogenicity– 10/10Data Provider: International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), Monographs of the Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risks to Humans (Series)Grades the ingredients in this product on their probability of causing cancer, according to the International Agency for Research on Cancer. Group 1 is carcinogenic to humans, group 2A is probably carcinogenic to humans, group 2B is possibly carcinogenic to humans, group 3 is not classifiable as carcinogenic to humans, and group 4 is probably not carcinogenic to humans.
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10Known Carcinogens– 10/10Data Provider: Department of Health and Human Services National Toxicology Program, Report on Cancer (Known Carcinogens)Tells whether an ingredient in this product has been identified as a known carcinogen by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services National Toxicology Program's eleventh Report on Cancer.
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10Possible Carcinogen– 10/10Data Provider: Department of Health and Human Services National Toxicology Program, Report on Cancer (Anticipated Carcinogens)Tells whether an ingredient in this product has been identified as an anticipated carcinogen by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services National Toxicology Program's eleventh Report on Cancer.
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10Possible Carcinogen– 10/10Data Provider: European Union, European Union Consolidated List of Carcinogens, Mutagens and Reproductive ToxicantsTells whether ingredients in this product may cause cancer, according to the European Union Directive on the Classification and Labeling of Dangerous Substances (Risk Phrase R45).
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10Possible Carcinogen by Inhalation– 10/10Data Provider: European Union, European Union Consolidated List of Carcinogens, Mutagens and Reproductive ToxicantsTells whether an ingredient in this product may cause cancer by inhalation, according to the European Union Directive on the Classification and Labeling of Dangerous Substances (Risk Phrase R49).
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10Carcinogenic Ingredients– 10/10Data Provider: Environmental Protection Agency, Integrated Risk Information System (IRIS) Carcinogenicity Weight of Evidence Characterizations (1986)Grades this product based on how carcinogenic an ingredient is, as determined by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Integrated Risk Information System. The probability of a chemical causing cancer is rated on a seven-part scale: A human carcinogen, A2 human carcinogen (inhalation route), B1 probable human carcinogen (based on limited evidence of carcinogenicity in humans), B2 probable human carcinogen (based on sufficient evidence of carcinogenicity in animals), C possible human carcinogen, D not classifiable as to human carcinogenicity, E evidence of non-carcinogenicity for humans.
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Environmental Ratings
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5Biodiversity– 4.7/10Data Provider: ASSET4 AG, www.asset4.comPlease note that while Asset4 provides the raw data for this variable, GoodGuide conducts its own calculations to convert the raw data into a processed score.Company rating on whether it has set targets or objectives to reduce impact on biodiversity. Rating is relative to other companies in the same industry.
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5Biodiversity Controversies– 5.1/10Data Provider: ASSET4 AG, www.asset4.comPlease note that while Asset4 provides the raw data for this variable, GoodGuide conducts its own calculations to convert the raw data into a processed score.Company rating on whether it has been involved in biodiversity controversies. Rating is relative to other companies in the same industry.
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10Chemical Spills (Number)– 10/10Data Provider: RiskMetrics Group, Corporate Environmental Profiles Database (CEPD) 2000 - 2005Company rating on number of chemical spills reported by the maker of this product to the Emergency Response Notification Team. Rating is relative to other companies in the same industry.
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0Liabilities for Hazardous Waste– 0.3/10Data Provider: KLD Research & Analytics, Inc. , (www.kld.com)Company rating on whether it has liabilities for hazardous waste sites or fines/penalties for waste management violations. Rating is relative to other companies in the same industry.Extended Description: The company's liabilities for hazardous waste sites exceed $50 million, or the company has recently paid substantial fines or civil penalties for waste management violations. Before 1996 the threshold for liabilities was $30 million.
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0Wastewater and Waste Management– 0/10Data Provider: ASSET4 AG, www.asset4.comPlease note that while Asset4 provides the raw data for this variable, GoodGuide conducts its own calculations to convert the raw data into a processed score.Company rating on its plans to reduce, substitute, or phase out waste, hazardous waste, or wastewater. Rating is relative to other companies in the same industry.
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4Particulate Matter and VOCs– 4.0/10Data Provider: ASSET4 AG, www.asset4.comPlease note that while Asset4 provides the raw data for this variable, GoodGuide conducts its own calculations to convert the raw data into a processed score.Company rating on its public reports about plans to reduce, substitute, or phase out volatile organic compounds or particulate matter measuring less than ten microns in diameter. Rating is relative to other companies in the same industry.
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4SOx and NOx– 4.2/10Data Provider: ASSET4 AG, www.asset4.comPlease note that while Asset4 provides the raw data for this variable, GoodGuide conducts its own calculations to convert the raw data into a processed score.Company rating on its public reports about plans to reduce, reuse, recycle, substitute, or phase out sulphur oxide or nitrogen oxide emissions. Rating is relative to other companies in the same industry.
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9Toxics Release Inventory (Air)– 9.4/10Data Provider: University of Massachussetts Political Economy Research Institute, Toxicity-Weighted Toxic Release DatabaseCompany rating on its airborne Toxics Release Inventory (latest year available is 2006). Rating is relative to other companies in the same industry.
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3Resource Reduction– 3.4/10Data Provider: ASSET4 AG, www.asset4.comPlease note that while Asset4 provides the raw data for this variable, GoodGuide conducts its own calculations to convert the raw data into a processed score.Company rating on reduction of natural resources use and supply chain eco-efficient solutions. Rating is relative to other companies in the same industry.
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4Clean Energy– 3.5/10Data Provider: KLD Research & Analytics, Inc. , (www.kld.com)Company rating on whether it has taken measures to reduce contributions to global climate change and air pollution through the use of clean energy. Rating is relative to other companies in the same industry.Extended Description: The company has taken significant measures to reduce the contributions of its operations to global climate change and air pollution through the use of renewable energy, other clean fuels, or through the introduction of energy efficient programs or sale of products promoting energy efficiency.
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7Water Efficiency– 6.8/10Data Provider: ASSET4 AG, www.asset4.comPlease note that while Asset4 provides the raw data for this variable, GoodGuide conducts its own calculations to convert the raw data into a processed score.Company rating on whether it has a water efficiency policy. Rating is relative to other companies in the same industry.
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5Corporate Governance– 5.0/10Data Provider: Innovest Strategic Value Advisors, Integrated Value Assessment (IVA) ScoresInnovest Strategic Value Investors specialize in analyzing corporate sustainability performance for the investment community. Please note, that while Innovest ratings provide important context on the overall corporate environmental, social, and governance performance of a product's manufacturer, they do not provide product performance data.Company rating on whether it has an environmental manager (such as a senior environmental officer) at its board or executive level, and whether the company factors environmental performance into compensation. Rating is relative to other companies in the same industry.
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10Environmental Awards– 9.9/10Data Provider: ASSET4 AG, www.asset4.comPlease note that while Asset4 provides the raw data for this variable, GoodGuide conducts its own calculations to convert the raw data into a processed score.Company rating on whether it has received product awards for environmental responsibility. Rating is relative to other companies in the same industry.
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0Emissions Reduction– 0/10Data Provider: ASSET4 AG, www.asset4.comPlease note that while Asset4 provides the raw data for this variable, GoodGuide conducts its own calculations to convert the raw data into a processed score.Company rating on whether it monitors its own emission reduction efforts, publicly shares the results, and conducts regular audits of its programs. Rating is relative to other companies in the same industry.
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6Regulatory Problems– 6.4/10Data Provider: KLD Research & Analytics, Inc. , (www.kld.com)Company rating on whether it has recently paid substantial fines or civil penalties for violations or it has a pattern of regulatory controversies. Rating is relative to other companies in the same industry.Extended Description: The company has recently paid substantial fines or civil penalties for violations of air, water, or other environmental regulations, or it has a pattern of regulatory controversies under the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act or other major environmental regulations.
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Social Ratings
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7Philanthropy– 7.3/10This assesses a company's charitable giving, volunteer programs and support for public/private partnerships.
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5Oppressive Government– 4.6/10Data Provider: Innovest Strategic Value Advisors, Integrated Value Assessment (IVA) ScoresInnovest Strategic Value Investors specialize in analyzing corporate sustainability performance for the investment community. Please note, that while Innovest ratings provide important context on the overall corporate environmental, social, and governance performance of a product's manufacturer, they do not provide product performance data.Tells whether the company that makes this product has activities or involvement in countries that have been identified by credible third parties as having oppressive regimes. Rating is relative to other companies in the same industry.
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6Community Engagement– 6.2/10This assesses a company's engagement with local communities, including input on company impact. It also includes community relations and support programs.
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4Community Awards– 3.9/10Data Provider: ASSET4 AG, www.asset4.comPlease note that while Asset4 provides the raw data for this variable, GoodGuide conducts its own calculations to convert the raw data into a processed score.Company rating on number of independent awards received for social, ethical, economic or environmental activities. Rating is relative to other companies in the same industry.
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4Community Support– 4.1/10Data Provider: Innovest Strategic Value Advisors, Integrated Value Assessment (IVA) ScoresInnovest Strategic Value Investors specialize in analyzing corporate sustainability performance for the investment community. Please note, that while Innovest ratings provide important context on the overall corporate environmental, social, and governance performance of a product's manufacturer, they do not provide product performance data.Company rating on its community support programs and engagement with local communities. Rating is relative to other companies in the same industry.
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5Customer Satisfaction Policy– 5.2/10Data Provider: ASSET4 AG, www.asset4.comPlease note that while Asset4 provides the raw data for this variable, GoodGuide conducts its own calculations to convert the raw data into a processed score.Company rating on whether it has a customer satisfaction and loyalty policy. Rating is relative to other companies in the same industry.
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5Customer Satisfaction Targets– 4.6/10Data Provider: ASSET4 AG, www.asset4.comPlease note that while Asset4 provides the raw data for this variable, GoodGuide conducts its own calculations to convert the raw data into a processed score.Company rating on whether it has set targets or objectives for customer satisfaction and loyalty. Rating is relative to other companies in the same industry.
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6Quality and Safety– 5.9/10This assesses a company's product quality, health, safety, and information performance, including product innovation.
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8Product Recalls– 8.0/10Data Provider: ASSET4 AG, www.asset4.comPlease note that while Asset4 provides the raw data for this variable, GoodGuide conducts its own calculations to convert the raw data into a processed score.Company rating on whether it has announced a mass recall of products or has withdrawn a product because of either defects or health and safety concerns. Rating is relative to other companies in the same industry.
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7Product Safety– 7.3/10Data Provider: KLD Research & Analytics, Inc. , (www.kld.com)Company rating on whether it has either paid substantial fines or civil penalties, or is involved in a major recent controversy or regulatory action, relating to the safety of its products or services. Rating is relative to other companies in the same industry.
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3Quality Management– 2.9/10Data Provider: ASSET4 AG, www.asset4.comPlease note that while Asset4 provides the raw data for this variable, GoodGuide conducts its own calculations to convert the raw data into a processed score.Company rating on whether it has a quality management system. Rating is relative to other companies in the same industry.
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3Corporate Reporting– 3.2/10This assesses the independence of a company's auditors and board, as well as its accountability and transparency to stakeholders.
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5Corporate Governance– 5.0/10Data Provider: Innovest Strategic Value Advisors, Integrated Value Assessment (IVA) ScoresInnovest Strategic Value Investors specialize in analyzing corporate sustainability performance for the investment community. Please note, that while Innovest ratings provide important context on the overall corporate environmental, social, and governance performance of a product's manufacturer, they do not provide product performance data.Company rating on whether it has an environmental manager (such as a senior environmental officer) at its board or executive level, and whether the company factors environmental performance into compensation. Rating is relative to other companies in the same industry.
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3Diversity and Opportunity Awards– 2.7/10Data Provider: ASSET4 AG, www.asset4.comPlease note that while Asset4 provides the raw data for this variable, GoodGuide conducts its own calculations to convert the raw data into a processed score.Company rating on whether it has received awards related to diversity or opportunity. Rating is relative to other companies in the same industry.
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6Equal Employment Opportunity (Company)– 6.2/10Data Provider: RiskMetrics Group, Sustainability DataCompany rating on whether it has a labor/human rights policy for its employees that contains a non-discrimination policy, and whether the company has a separate nondiscrimination statement on its Web page. Rating is relative to other companies in the same industry.
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2Equal Employment Opportunity (Suppliers)– 2.0/10Data Provider: RiskMetrics Group, Sustainability DataCompany rating on whether it has a labor/human rights policy for its suppliers that contains a non-discrimination policy, and whether the company has a separate nondiscrimination statement on its Web page. Rating is relative to other companies in the same industry.
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6Employment Benefits– 5.7/10Data Provider: ASSET4 AG, www.asset4.comPlease note that while Asset4 provides the raw data for this variable, GoodGuide conducts its own calculations to convert the raw data into a processed score.Company rating on whether it has an employee relations policy to drive loyalty and productivity. Rating is relative to other companies in the same industry.
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3Family Friendly– 2.7/10Data Provider: ASSET4 AG, www.asset4.comPlease note that while Asset4 provides the raw data for this variable, GoodGuide conducts its own calculations to convert the raw data into a processed score.Company rating on whether it provides day care services or extra maternity leave beyond the legal minimum, and whether the company has won a family-friendly prize like a Working Mother Award. Rating is relative to other companies in the same industry.
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1Employee Health and Safety Management System– 1.1/10Data Provider: ASSET4 AG, www.asset4.comPlease note that while Asset4 provides the raw data for this variable, GoodGuide conducts its own calculations to convert the raw data into a processed score.Company rating on whether it has health and safety management systems. Rating is relative to other companies in the same industry.
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4Employee Health and Safety Processes– 3.6/10Data Provider: ASSET4 AG, www.asset4.comPlease note that while Asset4 provides the raw data for this variable, GoodGuide conducts its own calculations to convert the raw data into a processed score.Company rating on whether it describes the processes used to drive improvements on employee health and safety. Rating is relative to other companies in the same industry.
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8Health and Safety Fines and Penalties– 7.8/10Data Provider: KLD Research & Analytics, Inc. , (www.kld.com)Company rating on whether it has paid fines for willful violations of employee health and safety standards, or been involved in major health and safety controversies. Rating is relative to other companies in the same industry.
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4Workforce Health and Safety– 3.9/10Data Provider: ASSET4 AG, www.asset4.comPlease note that while Asset4 provides the raw data for this variable, GoodGuide conducts its own calculations to convert the raw data into a processed score.Company rating on whether it has set quantitative objectives for workforce health and safety improvements. Rating is relative to other companies in the same industry.
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Ingredient Information
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N-alkyl Dimethyl Benzyl Ammonium Chlorides
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3Ingredient of ConcernQuaternary ammonium chlorides are widely used as sanitizing agents in industrial food processing as well as general institutional cleaning. In the last twenty years, "quats" have been increasingly added to household cleaning chemicals. Benzalkonium chloride (BAC) and related compounds are the most frequently used quats in household cleaners. Quats are well-documented as occupational asthmagens in institutional cleaning settings. Rates of asthma are also increasing among children exposed to high levels of household cleaners in utero and immediately after birth. Emerging data suggest that quats also act as sensitize the immune system to other potential allergens. Early data in lab mice further suggest that quats can cause birth defects and fertility issues. G. D. Nielsen et al. Do indoor chemicals promote development of airway allergy? Indoor Air 2007; 17: 236-255; V. van Kampen, PhD, R. Merget, MD, and X. Baur, MD Occupational Airway Sensitizers: An Overview on The Respective Literature American Journal of Industrial Medicine 38:164-218 (2000); A.Sheriff, et al. Frequent use of chemical household products is associated with persistent wheezing in pre-school age children Thorax (2005) 60:40-45; L. Preller et al. Disinfectant use as a risk factor for atopic sensitization and symptoms consistent with asthma: an epidemiological study Eur Respir J, 1996, 9, 14071413; NATURE Vol 453,19 June 2008 Lab disinfectant harms mouse fertility
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Fragrance
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3Ingredient of ConcernThere is currently no requirement to disclose fragrance components used in consumer products. A listing of nearly 3,000 compounds used by the fragrance industry indicates that approximately one third of the compounds are known allergens or respiratory irritants. The Food and Drug Administration has noted an increase in the incidence of adverse reactions to fragrances in consumer products among the general population, with an increase in the severity of the responses, including immune and neurological impacts. An Institute of Medicine report placed fragrances in the same category as second hand smoke for triggering asthma in school age children and above . Hollender, Jeffrey, et al. Naturally Clean: The Seventh Generation Guide to Safe & Healthy, Non-Toxic Cleaning, New Society Publishers, 2005, p. 59.; http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/cos-safe.html; Institute of Medicine , Clearing the Air: Asthma and Indoor Air Exposures (2000)
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Sodium Hydroxide
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