From: The Environmental Working Group
Have you ever wondered whether cleaning supplies used in our homes and schools contain toxic chemicals? Are they safe for your family’s health?
At EWG, we did. So, we tested some popular conventional and green cleaning supplies to see what’s in them and whether those ingredients are safe.
What’s the problem with cleaning supplies?
The shocking truth is that nearly any chemical can legally be used in cleaners, and ingredient lists are not required on labels. Our health, and the health of our children, is at risk when we breathe air clouded with chemicals, including some that can cause asthma and are known or possible carcinogens.
Get EWG’s tips for simple but effective things you can do at home and at school.
It’s smart to make some basic changes to clear the air. Get EWG’s tips and tools to switch to greener cleaning:
- Clean with greener products at home and use safer supplies and practices.
- Find tools to help you work effectively with your child’s school, including a fact sheet about certified green cleaners and a sample letter to get the conversation started.
- Get answers in our FAQ: We answer common questions about chemicals in cleaning supplies and their possible effects on your health.
Read EWG’s full report to learn more about the link between cleaning supplies and your health, to see our product test results, and to find out what you can do to make the air in classrooms and homes a whole lot cleaner.
Sincerely,
Ken Cook
President, Environmental Working Group
