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these products or companies on the part of the EPA's Environmentally Preferable Purchasing Program.
Some lists include product brands that have had their environmental claims certified by a third party certifier, while
others do not. Go to the vendor list author home page link to get more details on how each program generates their
lists. In addition, to get a product brand added to any vendor list in this database, please contact the organization
which authored the vendor list directly via the contact information provided in the vendor list table.
| Adhesive and Mastic Removers | USA - US Department of Agriculture - BioPreferred Web site | ![]() ![]() |
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None stated | None stated | 58% minimum biobased content | ![]() ![]() |
05/14/2008 | |
| Adhesive Remover | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents Product emissions |
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| Aerosols | USA - EPA's Significant New Alternatives Policy Program (SNAP) spdcomment@epa.gov, 1-800-296-1996 | ![]() |
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Ozone depleteing substances | None stated | Alternatives to ozone depleting substances | ![]() |
5/30/2007 | |
| Bathroom and Spa Cleaners | USA - US Department of Agriculture - BioPreferred Web site | ![]() ![]() |
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None stated | None stated | 74% minimum biobased content | ![]() ![]() |
05/14/2008 | |
| Biological-based Products | USA - EPA Design for the Environment Libby Sommer, sommer.elizabeth@epa.gov | ![]() |
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phthalates, known reproductive toxicants, known mutagens, known neurotoxicants, alkylphenol ethoxylates, carcinogens (known, probable, or possible), ethylene glycol ethers, chorine bleach, inorganic phosphates, other chemicals with effective, available, safer substitutes | highly corrosive chemicals, highly combustible chemicals, VOCs | endocrine disruption, fragrance screening, internal organ effects, skin sensitization, respiratory sensitization (asthmagens), acute toxicity, chronic aquatic toxicity | ![]() |
2/3/2009 | |
| Bioremediator | USA - EPA Design for the Environment Libby Sommer, sommer.elizabeth@epa.gov | ![]() |
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phthalates, known reproductive toxicants, known mutagens, known neurotoxicants, alkylphenol ethoxylates, carcinogens (known, probable, or possible), ethylene glycol ethers, chorine bleach, inorganic phosphates, other chemicals with effective, available, safer substitutes | highly corrosive chemicals, highly combustible chemicals, VOCs | endocrine disruption, fragrance screening, internal organ effects, skin sensitization, respiratory sensitization (asthmagens), acute toxicity, chronic aquatic toxicity | ![]() |
2/1/2007 | |
| Bleach (powdered laundry) | USA - Green Seal (202) 872-6400 | ![]() ![]() |
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Acute oral toxicity chemicals | Phosphates Toxics Phosphonates |
Biodegradable contents Packaging |
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08/30/96 | |
| Boat and Bilge Cleaners | Canada - Environmental Choice - EcoLogo Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
Phosphates NTA EDTA APEOs Halogenated organic solvents Butoxy-ethanol Carcinogens (probable or proven) |
VOCs | Biodegradable | ![]() ![]() |
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| Car Care (Cleaning Products) | USA - EPA Design for the Environment Libby Sommer, sommer.elizabeth@epa.gov | ![]() |
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phthalates, known reproductive toxicants, known mutagens, known neurotoxicants, alkylphenol ethoxylates, carcinogens (known, probable, or possible), ethylene glycol ethers, chorine bleach, inorganic phosphates, other chemicals with effective, available, safer substitutes | highly corrosive chemicals, highly combustible chemicals, VOCs | endocrine disruption, fragrance screening, internal organ effects, skin sensitization, respiratory sensitization (asthmagens), acute toxicity, chronic aquatic toxicity | ![]() |
10/1/2009 | |
| Carpet and Upholstery Cleaners (General Purpose) | USA - US Department of Agriculture - BioPreferred Web site | ![]() ![]() |
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None stated | None stated | 54% minimum biobased content | ![]() ![]() |
05/14/2008 | |
| Carpet and Upholstery Cleaners (Spot Removers) | USA - US Department of Agriculture - BioPreferred Web site | ![]() ![]() |
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None stated | None stated | 7% minimum biobased content | ![]() ![]() |
05/14/2008 | |
| Carpet Stain Remover | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents Product emissions |
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| Cesspool Treatment | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents | ![]() ![]() |
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| Cleaners | USA - United Soybean Board Web site | ![]() ![]() |
No | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biobased materials | ![]() ![]() |
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| Cleaners and Degreasers | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents | ![]() ![]() |
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| Cleaners and Degreasers (industrial) | Nordic Countries - Nordic Swan info@ecolabel.no | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
Nontoxic Nonallergenic Noncarcinogenic Ftalates Alkylphenoletoxylates and linear alkylbenzensulphonates Organic halogen compounds Petroleum-based solvents EDTA DTPA Bioaccumulative preservatives Fragrance |
NTA Phosphorous Dyes |
Biodegradable Low acquatic toxicity Nonallergenic Noncarcinogenic Nontoxic |
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06/15/99 |
| Cleaners and Degreasers: EPA Pilot Project and Purchasing Decision Wizards | USA - EPA Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics Conrad Flessner, flessner.conrad@epa.gov | ![]() |
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None stated | VOCs | Bioconcentration factor Concentrated Dyes Fragrances Packaging Recyclable contents Recycled content Health impacts |
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| Cleaners & Cleaning Supplies | USA - AbilityOne customer_service@nib.org, 703.310.0500 | ![]() ![]() |
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None stated | None stated | Fulfills required source provisions of the Javits-Wagner-O’Day Act Recycled content |
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| Cleaners (all purpose) | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents Packaging Product emissions |
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| Cleaners (All Purpose) | USA - Cradle to Cradle CertifiedCM Program - Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute certification@mbdc.com (434) 295-1111 x1 | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
PVC (polyvinyl chloride), neoprene/chloroprene | Lead, Hexavalent Chromium, Cadmium, Mercury, Chlorinated organic compounds, Fluorinated organic compounds, Brominated organic compounds, and other chemicals with high hazard to human & environmental health | This product is assessed in the following categories: Toxicity to human and environmental health; Recyclability/Compostability; Recycled/Renwable Content; Use of Renewable Energy during manufacturing; Water Stewardship during manufacturing; Social Responsibility of manufacturer | ![]() ![]() |
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| Cleaners (all purpose) | European Union - EU Eco-Label Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
Synthetic nitro musk compounds APEOs Nitromusks Polycyclic Musks EDTA NTA Quaternary ammonium compounds Glutaraldehyde Sensitizing substances Acute oral toxicity chemicals |
Phosphorous Phosphonates VOCs Petroleum oil Biocides |
Biodegradability of surfactants Customer information Reduced harmful ingredients |
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06/27/2001 |
| Cleaners (all purpose) | Nordic Countries - Nordic Swan info@ecolabel.no | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
Carcinogens Genotoxins Toxins Reproductive toxins Allergens Surfactants Reactive chlorine compounds |
Irritants EDTA Dyes Fragrances NTA Phosphorus Aquatic toxins |
Bioconcentration factor Biodegradable contents Concentrated Corrosivity Dyes Fragrances Packaging pH Toxicity |
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06/15/03 |
| Cleaners (automotive) | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents | ![]() ![]() |
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| Cleaners (bacterial drain and trap) | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents | ![]() ![]() |
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| Cleaners (barbecue grill) | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents Product emissions |
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| Cleaners (bathroom) | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents Product emissions |
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| Cleaners (bath) | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents Product emissions |
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| Cleaners (boat) | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents | ![]() ![]() |
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| Cleaners (build up remover) | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents Product emissions |
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| Cleaners (cesspool) | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents | ![]() ![]() |
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| Cleaners (commercial) | Canada - Environmental Choice - EcoLogo Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
APEO Chlorinated organic solvents Aromatic solvents Butoxy-ethanol |
EDTA NTA Phosphorus-based builders |
Biodegradable contents pH Post-use care Recyclable contents |
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03/01/97 |
| Cleaners (Concrete and Asphalt) | USA - US Department of Agriculture - BioPreferred Web site | ![]() ![]() |
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None stated | None stated | 70% minimum biobased content | ![]() ![]() |
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| Cleaners (Consumer) | USA - EPA Design for the Environment Libby Sommer, sommer.elizabeth@epa.gov | ![]() |
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phthalates, known reproductive toxicants, known mutagens, known neurotoxicants, alkylphenol ethoxylates, carcinogens (known, probable, or possible), ethylene glycol ethers, chorine bleach, inorganic phosphates, other chemicals with effective, available, safer substitutes | highly corrosive chemicals, highly combustible chemicals, VOCs | endocrine disruption, fragrance screening, internal organ effects, skin sensitization, respiratory sensitization (asthmagens), acute toxicity, chronic aquatic toxicity | ![]() |
10/1/2009 | |
| Cleaners (drain) | Canada - Environmental Choice - EcoLogo Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable Nonhazardous |
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| Cleaners (drain) | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents Product emissions |
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| Cleaners (driveway) | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents Product emissions |
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| Cleaners (fabric stain removers) | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents Product emissions |
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| Cleaners (general facility maintenance) | Canada - Environmental Choice - EcoLogo Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
APEO Chlorinated organic solvents Butoxy-ethanol |
EDTA NTA Phosphorus-based builders |
None stated | ![]() ![]() |
03/01/97 |
| Cleaners (general purpose) | USA - Green Seal, Choose Green Reports (202) 872-6400 | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
EDTA NTA Chlorine bleach Sodium hypochlorite Nonylphenol ethoxylate Petroleum-based solvents Gycol ethers Phenolic compounds and surfactants |
Phosphates VOCs |
Biodegradable Neutral pH Non-toxic Packaging Vegetable-based surfactants |
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03/01/98 |
| Cleaners (general purpose) | Canada - Environmental Choice - EcoLogo Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
Phosphates Alkylphenol ethoxylate Ethylene diaminetetraacetic acid Nitrilotriacetic acid Halogenated organic solvents Butoxy-ethanol Carcinogenic chemicals |
VOCs | Aquatic toxicity Bioconcentration factor Biodegradable contents Lifecycle considerations Packaging Safety and performance standards |
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05/06/95 |
| Cleaners (glass) | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents Packaging Product emissions |
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| Cleaners (graffiti removers) | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents Product emissions |
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| Cleaners (graffiti) | USA - Cradle to Cradle CertifiedCM Program - Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute certification@mbdc.com (434) 295-1111 x1 | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Less toxic | ![]() ![]() |
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| Cleaners (household - all purpose) | USA - Green Seal (202) 872-6400 | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | Phosphates Toxics Phosphonates Heavy metals |
Biodegradable contents Other material use Packaging Process and production method Recyclable contents |
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11/02/93 |
| Cleaners (industrial and institutional) | USA - Green Seal (202) 872-6400 | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
Carcinogens Reporductive toxins VOCs Alkylphenol ethoxylates Dibutyl phthalate Arsenic Lead Cadmium Cobalt Chromium Mercury Nickel Selenium Ozone-depleting compounds |
Phosphorous | Biodegradable No Alkylphenol ethoxylates No arsenic No cadmium No carcinogens No chromium No cobalt No dibutyl phthalate No lead No mercury No nickel No ozone-depleting compounds No reproductive toxins No selenium No VOCs Non-toxic Non-toxic to aquatic life |
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| Cleaners (Industrial) | USA - US Department of Agriculture - BioPreferred Web site | ![]() ![]() |
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None stated | None stated | 41% minimum biobased content | ![]() ![]() |
10/27/2009 | |
| Cleaners (industrial) | Canada - Environmental Choice - EcoLogo Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
APEO Chlorinated organic solvents Butoxy-ethanol |
EDTA NTA Phosphorus-based builders |
None stated | ![]() ![]() |
03/01/97 |
| Cleaners (Industrial, Institutional) | USA - EPA Design for the Environment Libby Sommer, sommer.elizabeth@epa.gov | ![]() |
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phthalates, known reproductive toxicants, known mutagens, known neurotoxicants, alkylphenol ethoxylates, carcinogens (known, probable, or possible), ethylene glycol ethers, chorine bleach, inorganic phosphates, other chemicals with effective, available, safer substitutes | highly corrosive chemicals, highly combustible chemicals, VOCs | endocrine disruption, fragrance screening, internal organ effects, skin sensitization, respiratory sensitization (asthmagens), acute toxicity, chronic aquatic toxicity | ![]() |
10/1/2009 | |
| Cleaners (kitchen) | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents Product emissions |
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| Cleaners (patio) | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents Product emissions |
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| Cleaners (pen, ink, and graffiti) | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents | ![]() ![]() |
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| Cleaners (pipe) | Germany - Blue-Angel Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
Chemical additives | None stated | Specific provisions Techical directions |
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02/01/2001 |
| Cleaners (pre-paint) | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents Product emissions |
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| Cleaners (Precision) | USA - EPA's Significant New Alternatives Policy Program (SNAP) spdcomment@epa.gov, 1-800-296-1996 | ![]() |
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None stated | None stated | Fewer ozone depleting chemicals | ![]() |
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| Cleaners (septic tank) | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents | ![]() ![]() |
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| Cleaners (shower) | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents Product emissions |
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| Cleaners (sidewalk, driveway, patio) | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents Product emissions |
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| Cleaners (stain removers) | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents Product emissions |
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| Cleaners (tile) | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents Packaging Product emissions |
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| Cleaners (toilet bowl) | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents Packaging Product emissions |
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| Cleaners (tub) | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents Packaging Product emissions |
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| Cleaners (windshield) | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents | ![]() ![]() |
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| Cleaning and Degreasing Compounds (bio-based) | Canada - Environmental Choice - EcoLogo Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
APEO Aromatic solvents Chlorinated organic solvents Butoxy-ethanol |
EDTA NTA Phosphorous-based builders VOCs |
None stated | ![]() ![]() |
None stated |
| Cleaning Products | USA - EPA Design for the Environment Libby Sommer, sommer.elizabeth@epa.gov | ![]() |
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phthalates, known reproductive toxicants, known mutagens, known neurotoxicants, alkylphenol ethoxylates, carcinogens (known, probable, or possible), ethylene glycol ethers, chorine bleach, inorganic phosphates, other chemicals with effective, available, safer substitutes | highly corrosive chemicals, highly combustible chemicals, VOCs | endocrine disruption, fragrance screening, internal organ effects, skin sensitization, respiratory sensitization (asthmagens), acute toxicity, chronic aquatic toxicity | ![]() |
10/1/2009 | |
| Cleaning Products with Low Potential for Environmental Illness or Endocrine Disruption | Canada - Environmental Choice - EcoLogo Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
Ethylene oxide | None stated | Biodegradable Low emission VOCs |
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None stated |
| Cleaning Products (Aircraft) | USA - EPA Design for the Environment Libby Sommer, sommer.elizabeth@epa.gov | ![]() |
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phthalates, known reproductive toxicants, known mutagens, known neurotoxicants, alkylphenol ethoxylates, carcinogens (known, probable, or possible), ethylene glycol ethers, chorine bleach, inorganic phosphates, other chemicals with effective, available, safer substitutes | highly corrosive chemicals, highly combustible chemicals, VOCs | endocrine disruption, fragrance screening, internal organ effects, skin sensitization, respiratory sensitization (asthmagens), acute toxicity, chronic aquatic toxicity | ![]() |
10/1/2009 | |
| Cleaning Products (Consumer) | USA - EPA Design for the Environment Libby Sommer, sommer.elizabeth@epa.gov | ![]() |
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phthalates, known reproductive toxicants, known mutagens, known neurotoxicants, alkylphenol ethoxylates, carcinogens (known, probable, or possible), ethylene glycol ethers, chorine bleach, inorganic phosphates, other chemicals with effective, available, safer substitutes | highly corrosive chemicals, highly combustible chemicals, VOCs | endocrine disruption, fragrance screening, internal organ effects, skin sensitization, respiratory sensitization (asthmagens), acute toxicity, chronic aquatic toxicity | ![]() |
10/1/2009 | |
| Cleaning Products (Industrial, Institutional) | USA - EPA Design for the Environment Libby Sommer, sommer.elizabeth@epa.gov | ![]() |
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phthalates, known reproductive toxicants, known mutagens, known neurotoxicants, alkylphenol ethoxylates, carcinogens (known, probable, or possible), ethylene glycol ethers, chorine bleach, inorganic phosphates, other chemicals with effective, available, safer substitutes | highly corrosive chemicals, highly combustible chemicals, VOCs | endocrine disruption, fragrance screening, internal organ effects, skin sensitization, respiratory sensitization (asthmagens), acute toxicity, chronic aquatic toxicity | ![]() |
10/1/2009 | |
| Cleaning Products (Marine) | USA - EPA Design for the Environment Libby Sommer, sommer.elizabeth@epa.gov | ![]() |
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phthalates, known reproductive toxicants, known mutagens, known neurotoxicants, alkylphenol ethoxylates, carcinogens (known, probable, or possible), ethylene glycol ethers, chorine bleach, inorganic phosphates, other chemicals with effective, available, safer substitutes | highly corrosive chemicals, highly combustible chemicals, VOCs | endocrine disruption, fragrance screening, internal organ effects, skin sensitization, respiratory sensitization (asthmagens), acute toxicity, chronic aquatic toxicity | ![]() |
6/1/2009 | |
| Cleaning Solvents | USA - EPA's Significant New Alternatives Policy Program (SNAP) spdcomment@epa.gov, 1-800-296-1996 | ![]() |
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None stated | None stated | Fewer ozone-depleting chemicals | ![]() |
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| Cleaning Solvents (Electronics) | USA - EPA's Significant New Alternatives Policy Program (SNAP) spdcomment@epa.gov, 1-800-296-1996 | ![]() |
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None stated | None stated | Fewer ozone-depleting chemicals | ![]() |
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| Cleaning Solvents (Metals) | USA - EPA's Significant New Alternatives Policy Program (SNAP) spdcomment@epa.gov, 1-800-296-1996 | ![]() |
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None stated | None stated | Fewer ozone-depleting chemicals | ![]() |
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| Cleaning Solvents (Precision) | USA - EPA's Significant New Alternatives Policy Program (SNAP) spdcomment@epa.gov, 1-800-296-1996 | ![]() |
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None stated | None stated | Fewer ozone-depleting chemicals | ![]() |
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| Cleaning Suppliers and Equipment (Industrial Use) | USA - EPA Design for the Environment Libby Sommer, sommer.elizabeth@epa.gov | ![]() |
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phthalates, known reproductive toxicants, known mutagens, known neurotoxicants, alkylphenol ethoxylates, carcinogens (known, probable, or possible), ethylene glycol ethers, chorine bleach, inorganic phosphates, other chemicals with effective, available, safer substitutes | highly corrosive chemicals, highly combustible chemicals, VOCs | endocrine disruption, fragrance screening, internal organ effects, skin sensitization, respiratory sensitization (asthmagens), acute toxicity, chronic aquatic toxicity | ![]() |
05/15/2006 | |
| Cleaning Supplies: GSA Environmental Products and Services Guide -- Cleaning and Cleaning Equipment (pressure washers) | USA - U.S. General Services Administration Web site | ![]() ![]() |
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None stated | None stated | Recycled content Biodegradable packing materials required by U.S. Navy Plastics Removal in the Environment conserve energy and/or water Energy Star FEMP-designated energy efficient Includes GSA's environmentally-oriented products and services available in its supply system. This includes thousands of products offered that have recycled or biobased content Lead-free Low VOC or contain reduced pollutants. The Guide also provides information about the environmental services offered by GSA. CPG Ozone-safe Water conservation |
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11/03/03 |
| Cleaning Supplies: GSA Environmental Products and Services Guide -- Cleaning Products | USA - U.S. General Services Administration Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Some | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Recycled content Biodegradable packing materials required by U.S. Navy Plastics Removal in the Environment conserve energy and/or water Energy Star FEMP-designated energy efficient Includes GSA's environmentally-oriented products and services available in its supply system. This includes thousands of products offered that have recycled or biobased content Lead-free Low VOC or contain reduced pollutants. The Guide also provides information about the environmental services offered by GSA. CPG Ozone-safe Water conservation |
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11/03/03 |
| Consumer Cleaning Products | USA - EPA Design for the Environment Libby Sommer, sommer.elizabeth@epa.gov | ![]() |
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phthalates, known reproductive toxicants, known mutagens, known neurotoxicants, alkylphenol ethoxylates, carcinogens (known, probable, or possible), ethylene glycol ethers, chorine bleach, inorganic phosphates, other chemicals with effective, available, safer substitutes | highly corrosive chemicals, highly combustible chemicals, VOCs | endocrine disruption, fragrance screening, internal organ effects, skin sensitization, respiratory sensitization (asthmagens), acute toxicity, chronic aquatic toxicity | ![]() |
05/15/2006 | |
| Degreasers | USA - Green Seal (202) 872-6400 | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
Carcinogens Ozone-depleting substances Reproductive toxins Phosphates Phosphonates |
VOCs | Biodegradable greater than 2.5; VOC content not to exceed 50g/L; Not toxic to aquatic life; No phosphates or phosphonates Non-toxic; No ozone-depleting substances; Meet OECD Guidelines for the Testing of Chemicals; No carcinogens and reproductive toxins; pH less than 11 |
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| Descaling Compound | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents Product emissions |
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| Detergent (dishwashing liquid) | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents Packaging Product emissions |
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| Detergents (dishwasher) | Nordic Countries - Nordic Swan info@ecolabel.no | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
Toxins Irritants Microorganisms ETDA Reactive chlorine compounds |
Tensides Phosphorus compounds NTA Perborate |
Biodegradable contents Corrosivity Dyes Fragrances Packaging |
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02/06/97 |
| Detergents (hand dishwashing) | Nordic Countries - Nordic Swan info@ecolabel.no | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
Carcinogens Chlorine-based plastics Genotoxins Toxins Reproductive toxins Allergens Explosion hazards EDTA |
NTA | Bioconcentration factor Biodegradable contents Corrosivity Dyes Fragrances Packaging |
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06/06/01 |
| Detergents (laundry) | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents Packaging Product emissions |
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| Detergents (sanitary facilities) | Nordic Countries - Nordic Swan info@ecolabel.no | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
Toxins Tensides |
Allergens Carcinogens Genotoxins Phosphorus compounds EDTA Tensides Reactive chlorine compounds Dyes Phosphonates Fragrances Teratogens DTPA |
Bioconcentration factor Biodegradable contents Corrosivity Dyes Fragrances Packaging |
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04/22/99 |
| Detergents (textile) | Nordic Countries - Nordic Swan info@ecolabel.no | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
Carcinogens Chlorine-based plastics Genotoxins Toxins Teratogens Microorganisms |
Phosphates Phosphonates EDTA Dyes Alkylphenoletoxylates Optical whiteners Reactive chlorine compounds Fragrances |
Biodegradable contents Corrosivity Dyes Fragrances Packaging pH |
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06/16/95 |
| Dish Soap | USA - Cradle to Cradle CertifiedCM Program - Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute certification@mbdc.com (434) 295-1111 x1 | ![]() ![]() |
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PVC (polyvinyl chloride) neoprene/chloroprene |
Lead Hexavalent Chromium Cadmium Mercury Chlorinated organic compounds Fluorinated organic compounds Brominated organic compounds and other chemicals with high hazard to human & environmental health |
This product is assessed in the following categories: Toxicity to human and environmental health; Recyclability/Compostability; Recycled/Renwable Content; Use of Renewable Energy during manufacturing; Water Stewardship during manufacturing; Social Responsibility of manufacturer | ![]() ![]() |
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| Dishwashing Detergents (hand dishwashing) | European Union - EU Eco-Label Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
APEOs Quaternary amonium compounds Trichlorocarbon EDTA NTA Polyglycol solvents Nitromusks Polycyclic musks |
Biocides Sensitizing agents Surfactants |
Biodegradable Minimization of packagin waste Reduction of toxic substances |
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07/19/2001 |
| Drain Cleaners | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents Product emissions |
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| Dust Suppressants (for home use or use on gravel roads and lots) | USA - United Soybean Board Web site | ![]() ![]() |
No | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biobased materials | ![]() ![]() |
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| Evaporative Cooler Treatment | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents | ![]() ![]() |
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| Fabric Towels in Dispensers | Nordic Countries - Nordic Swan info@ecolabel.no | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | Hazardous chemicals and carcinogens in fabric production Formaldehyde Chlorophenols EOX Halogenated hydrocarbons Metals Toxic detergents |
Biodegradable biocides and oils Biodegradable or recirculated sizing agents on fabric Limited chlorophenols and EOX Limited formaldehyde No carcinogens or hazardous chemicals in fabric production No halogenated hydrocarbons No toxic detergents |
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| Floor Care Products | Nordic Countries - Nordic Swan info@ecolabel.no | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
Toxins Irritants Allergens Carcinogens Reproductive toxins Genotoxins Fire hazards Explosion hazards Halogenated or aromatic solvents EDTA Phosphonates Phtalates APEO LAS |
Emulsifiers Fluorinated surfactants Plasticizers Solvents Viscosity regulating agents NTA Monomers |
Bioconcentration factor Biodegradable contents Corrosivity Dyes Fragrances Packaging |
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12/14/00 |
| Floor Care (Consumer) | USA - EPA Design for the Environment Libby Sommer, sommer.elizabeth@epa.gov | ![]() |
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phthalates, known reproductive toxicants, known mutagens, known neurotoxicants, alkylphenol ethoxylates, carcinogens (known, probable, or possible), ethylene glycol ethers, chorine bleach, inorganic phosphates, other chemicals with effective, available, safer substitutes | highly corrosive chemicals, highly combustible chemicals, VOCs | endocrine disruption, fragrance screening, internal organ effects, skin sensitization, respiratory sensitization (asthmagens), acute toxicity, chronic aquatic toxicity | ![]() |
10/1/2009 | |
| Floor Care (Industrial, Institutional) | USA - EPA Design for the Environment Libby Sommer, sommer.elizabeth@epa.gov | ![]() |
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phthalates, known reproductive toxicants, known mutagens, known neurotoxicants, alkylphenol ethoxylates, carcinogens (known, probable, or possible), ethylene glycol ethers, chorine bleach, inorganic phosphates, other chemicals with effective, available, safer substitutes | highly corrosive chemicals, highly combustible chemicals, VOCs | endocrine disruption, fragrance screening, internal organ effects, skin sensitization, respiratory sensitization (asthmagens), acute toxicity, chronic aquatic toxicity | ![]() |
10/1/2009 | |
| Floor (multisurface) Cleaners | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents Packaging Product emissions |
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| Furniture Polish | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable | ![]() ![]() |
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| Glass Cleaners | USA - US Department of Agriculture - BioPreferred Web site | ![]() ![]() |
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None stated | None stated | 49% minimum biobased content | ![]() ![]() |
05/14/2008 | |
| Graffiti and Grease Removers | USA - US Department of Agriculture - BioPreferred Web site | ![]() ![]() |
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None stated | None stated | 34% minimum biobased content | ![]() ![]() |
05/14/2008 | |
| Graffiti Removers | USA - EPA Design for the Environment Libby Sommer, sommer.elizabeth@epa.gov | ![]() |
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phthalates, known reproductive toxicants, known mutagens, known neurotoxicants, alkylphenol ethoxylates, carcinogens (known, probable, or possible), ethylene glycol ethers, chorine bleach, inorganic phosphates, other chemicals with effective, available, safer substitutes | highly corrosive chemicals, highly combustible chemicals, VOCs | endocrine disruption, fragrance screening, internal organ effects, skin sensitization, respiratory sensitization (asthmagens), acute toxicity, chronic aquatic toxicity | ![]() |
10/1/2009 | |
| Hand Cleaner (industrial) | Canada - Environmental Choice - EcoLogo Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
Phosphates NTA EDTA APEOs Halogenated organic solvents Butoxy-ethanol Carcinogens Aquatic Toxins |
VOCs | Biodegradable Corrosivity |
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| Hand Cleaners | USA - United Soybean Board Web site | ![]() ![]() |
No | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biobased materials | ![]() ![]() |
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| Hand Cleaners (Industrial) | USA - Green Seal (202) 872-6400 | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
Phosphates NTAs Butoxy-ethanol Halogenated organic solvents APEOs EDTAs |
None stated | Recycled content | ![]() ![]() |
5/6/2006 |
| Hard Surface Cleaners | USA - NSF International Mindy Costello, 734-827-6819, mcostello@nsf.org | ![]() ![]() |
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None stated | None stated | biodegradability pollution prevention |
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01/06/2007 | |
| Holding Tank Treatment (Deodorizer) | USA - EPA Design for the Environment Libby Sommer, sommer.elizabeth@epa.gov | ![]() |
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phthalates, known reproductive toxicants, known mutagens, known neurotoxicants, alkylphenol ethoxylates, carcinogens (known, probable, or possible), ethylene glycol ethers, chorine bleach, inorganic phosphates, other chemicals with effective, available, safer substitutes | highly corrosive chemicals, highly combustible chemicals, VOCs | endocrine disruption, fragrance screening, internal organ effects, skin sensitization, respiratory sensitization (asthmagens), acute toxicity, chronic aquatic toxicity | ![]() |
2/3/2009 | |
| Industrial Cleaners (cleaning and degreasing applications for machine parts, shorelines, cargo & ship holds, and others) | USA - United Soybean Board Web site | ![]() ![]() |
No | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biobased materials | ![]() ![]() |
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| Industrial Odor Reducing Agents | USA - United Soybean Board Web site | ![]() ![]() |
No | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biobased materials | ![]() ![]() |
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| Industrial Solvents (for cleaning, degreasing, lubricating, and other applications) | USA - United Soybean Board Web site | ![]() ![]() |
No | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biobased materials | ![]() ![]() |
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| Industrial Water Treatment (Scale Control) | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents | ![]() ![]() |
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| Ink Removers and Cleaners | USA - US Department of Agriculture - BioPreferred Web site | ![]() ![]() |
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None stated | None stated | 79% minimum biobased content | ![]() ![]() |
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| Laundry Detergent (Industrial, Institutional) | USA - EPA Design for the Environment Libby Sommer, sommer.elizabeth@epa.gov | ![]() |
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phthalates, known reproductive toxicants, known mutagens, known neurotoxicants, alkylphenol ethoxylates, carcinogens (known, probable, or possible), ethylene glycol ethers, chorine bleach, inorganic phosphates, other chemicals with effective, available, safer substitutes | highly corrosive chemicals, highly combustible chemicals, VOCs | endocrine disruption, fragrance screening, internal organ effects, skin sensitization, respiratory sensitization (asthmagens), acute toxicity, chronic aquatic toxicity | ![]() |
10/1/2009 | |
| Laundry Products (General Purpose) | USA - US Department of Agriculture - BioPreferred Web site | ![]() ![]() |
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None stated | None stated | 34% minimum biobased content | ![]() ![]() |
05/14/2008 | |
| Laundry Products (Pretreatment / Spot Removers) | USA - US Department of Agriculture - BioPreferred Web site | ![]() ![]() |
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None stated | None stated | 46% minimum biobased content | ![]() ![]() |
05/14/2008 | |
| Lubricant/Penetrant | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents Product emissions |
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| Machinery/Equipment Cleaners | Canada - Environmental Choice - EcoLogo Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
APEO Chlorinated organic solvents Butoxy-ethanol |
EDTA NTA Phosphorus-based builders |
None stated | ![]() ![]() |
03/01/97 |
| Mastic Remover | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents Product emissions |
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| Odor Removal | USA - EPA Design for the Environment Libby Sommer, sommer.elizabeth@epa.gov | ![]() |
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phthalates, known reproductive toxicants, known mutagens, known neurotoxicants, alkylphenol ethoxylates, carcinogens (known, probable, or possible), ethylene glycol ethers, chorine bleach, inorganic phosphates, other chemicals with effective, available, safer substitutes | highly corrosive chemicals, highly combustible chemicals, VOCs | endocrine disruption, fragrance screening, internal organ effects, skin sensitization, respiratory sensitization (asthmagens), acute toxicity, chronic aquatic toxicity | ![]() |
2/3/2009 | |
| Paint remover | USA - United Soybean Board Web site | ![]() ![]() |
No | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biobased materials | ![]() ![]() |
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| Paint remover | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable | ![]() ![]() |
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| Recyclables: GSA Environmental Products and Services Guide -- Recycling Collection Containers and Systems | USA - U.S. General Services Administration Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Some | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Recycled content Biodegradable packing materials required by U.S. Navy Plastics Removal in the Environment CPG Energy Star FEMP-designated energy efficient Lead-free Low VOC Ozone-safe Water conservation |
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11/15/02 |
| Septic Cleaners | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents | ![]() ![]() |
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| Septic System Treatment | USA - EPA Design for the Environment Libby Sommer, sommer.elizabeth@epa.gov | ![]() |
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phthalates, known reproductive toxicants, known mutagens, known neurotoxicants, alkylphenol ethoxylates, carcinogens (known, probable, or possible), ethylene glycol ethers, chorine bleach, inorganic phosphates, other chemicals with effective, available, safer substitutes | highly corrosive chemicals, highly combustible chemicals, VOCs | endocrine disruption, fragrance screening, internal organ effects, skin sensitization, respiratory sensitization (asthmagens), acute toxicity, chronic aquatic toxicity | ![]() |
2/3/2009 | |
| Septic Tank Treatment | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents | ![]() ![]() |
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| Soap Digester | USA - Environmentally Preferable Product Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biodegradable contents | ![]() ![]() |
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| Surfactants and Emulsifiers (industrial use) | USA - United Soybean Board Web site | ![]() ![]() |
No | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Biobased materials | ![]() ![]() |
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| Towels (fabric rolls supplied in towel dispensers) | Germany - Blue-Angel Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Yes | ![]() ![]() |
Cleaning agents free from phosphates APEO EDTA Optical brighteners Soft rinsers Chlorine-separating compounds or elemental chlorine Water-endangering substances Precleaning substances Biocide substances |
Phosphates NTA |
Durability/life span Water use |
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01/01/99 |
| Trash Bags: GSA Environmental Products and Services Guide -- Trash Bags | USA - U.S. General Services Administration Web site | ![]() ![]() |
Some | ![]() ![]() |
None stated | None stated | Recycled content Biodegradable packing materials required by U.S. Navy Plastics Removal in the Environment conserve energy and/or water Energy Star FEMP-designated energy efficient Includes GSA's environmentally-oriented products and services available in its supply system. This includes thousands of products offered that have recycled or biobased content Lead-free Low VOC or contain reduced pollutants. The Guide also provides information about the environmental services offered by GSA. CPG Ozone-safe Water conservation |
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11/03/03 |
| Vehicle Cleaning Products (Industrial) | USA - EPA Design for the Environment Libby Sommer, sommer.elizabeth@epa.gov | ![]() |
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phthalates, known reproductive toxicants, known mutagens, known neurotoxicants, alkylphenol ethoxylates, carcinogens (known, probable, or possible), ethylene glycol ethers, chorine bleach, inorganic phosphates, other chemicals with effective, available, safer substitutes | highly corrosive chemicals, highly combustible chemicals, VOCs | endocrine disruption, fragrance screening, internal organ effects, skin sensitization, respiratory sensitization (asthmagens), acute toxicity, chronic aquatic toxicity | ![]() |
10/1/2009 | |
| Wastewater Inoculant | USA - EPA Design for the Environment Libby Sommer, sommer.elizabeth@epa.gov | ![]() |
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phthalates, known reproductive toxicants, known mutagens, known neurotoxicants, alkylphenol ethoxylates, carcinogens (known, probable, or possible), ethylene glycol ethers, chorine bleach, inorganic phosphates, other chemicals with effective, available, safer substitutes | highly corrosive chemicals, highly combustible chemicals, VOCs | endocrine disruption, fragrance screening, internal organ effects, skin sensitization, respiratory sensitization (asthmagens), acute toxicity, chronic aquatic toxicity | ![]() |
2/3/2009 | |
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