Glass & Window Cleaner

Spray cleaners for windows, mirrors, and glass surfaces. Typically contain solvents and ammonia for streak-free cleaning. Often heavily fragranced.

Why It Matters

Sprayed into air where it's inhaled. Contains VOCs that affect indoor air quality. Ammonia irritates eyes and respiratory system. Residue on surfaces touched frequently.

Chemicals of Concern in This Product

Ammonia

A pungent gas dissolved in water, used as a cleaning agent and in hair dyes to open hair...

Low Risk

VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds)

A broad category of chemicals that easily evaporate at room temperature, releasing gases into...

Medium Risk

Phthalates

A group of chemicals used to make plastics more flexible and harder to break. Also used as...

High Risk

Ingredient Red Flags

Watch for these on ingredient labels:

  • Ammonia
  • 2-Butoxyethanol
  • Fragrance/Parfum
  • Isopropanol in high concentrations

What to Look For

  • ✓Ammonia-free formulas
  • ✓Fragrance-free options
  • ✓Plant-based ingredients

Finding Safer Options

DIY mix of vinegar and water, brands like Seventh Generation, Method, or ECOS. Microfiber cloths with just water work well for light cleaning.

Certifications to Look For

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