Weed Killers & Herbicides

Products designed to kill unwanted plants in lawns, gardens, and driveways. Most common active ingredient is glyphosate (Roundup). May persist in soil and contaminate groundwater.

Why It Matters

Linked to cancer in agricultural workers. Residues found in food and water. Kills beneficial plants and affects soil health. Runoff contaminates waterways.

Chemicals of Concern in This Product

Glyphosate

The world's most widely used herbicide, marketed as Roundup and many generic versions. Used...

High Risk

VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds)

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

Medium Risk

Ingredient Red Flags

Watch for these on ingredient labels:

  • Glyphosate (Roundup)
  • 2,4-D
  • Dicamba
  • Any 'systemic' herbicide
  • Products affecting entire lawn

What to Look For

  • ✓Avoid glyphosate-containing products
  • ✓Organic or natural alternatives
  • ✓Targeted application to minimize spread
  • ✓Manual removal when possible

Finding Safer Options

Manual weeding, mulching, boiling water for driveways, vinegar-based herbicides, corn gluten meal as pre-emergent, flame weeding for paths.

Certifications to Look For

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