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Best Non-Toxic Degreasers

We vetted degreasers against the Welpr Standard and here are our top picks.

Camille May

Camille May

Cofounder & Product Curator

Olushola M. Awoyemi

Olushola M. Awoyemi

Medical Reviewer, PhD

Welpr Approved cleaning products are always free from:

  • Harsh disinfectants and irritants: bleach, ammonia, sulfates, and quats
  • Endocrine disruptors and preservatives: phthalates, parabens, BHA/BHT, triclosan
  • Unnecessary additives: optical brighteners, artificial dyes, and synthetic fragrance (unless certified safe)
  • Undisclosed or hidden ingredients

Best Non-Toxic Degreasers

On Welpr, terms like "non-toxic," "safer," "cleaner," "healthier," and "vetted" are editorial labels based on our own standard for product assessment. They are not guarantees, certifications, or medical claims. Learn more.

Powder Cleanser for Kitchens & Bathrooms

Bon Ami

Powder Cleanser for Kitchens & Bathrooms

Est. Price$5.20
10.0
Performance
Ingredient Safety

Meets the Welpr Standard

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Natural Multi-Surface Cleaner

Puracy

Natural Multi-Surface Cleaner

Est. Price$19.99
8.5
Performance
Ingredient Safety

Meets the Welpr Standard

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Oven Scrub Cleaner

Everneat

Oven Scrub Cleaner

Est. Price$25.98
7.8
Performance
Ingredient Safety

Meets the Welpr Standard

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Epic Washing Soda

Rustic Strength

Epic Washing Soda

Est. Price$15
7.0
Performance
Ingredient Safety

Meets the Welpr Standard

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Sal Suds Biodegradable Cleaner

Dr. Bronner's

Sal Suds Biodegradable Cleaner

Est. Price$27.20
9.3
Performance
Ingredient Safety

Fails the Welpr Standard

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How to Swap to Non-Toxic degreasers:

Here's how to swap to non-toxic degreasers:

What to know about degreasers

Degreasers are designed to cut through tough grease and grime, which means they often contain strong solvents and harsh surfactants. Because they're typically used on kitchen surfaces where food is prepared, and often sprayed as a mist you can breathe in, what's in the formula matters more than you might expect.

  • Many conventional degreasers contain harsh sulfates, artificial dyes, or ammonia-based solvents that linger on surfaces.
  • Spray-format degreasers increase what you inhale during use, making ingredient transparency especially important.

Review the degreasers you already use

Check the label or product page for the full ingredient list. Welpr does not have a scanner for cleaning products, so you'll need to look at what's listed yourself. Focus first on the degreaser you reach for most often.

  • Look for vague terms like "fragrance," "proprietary blend," or "cleaning agents" with no further detail — these are signs the formula isn't fully transparent.
  • Check whether harsh sulfates (like SLS or SLES), ammonia, bleach, or quats appear on the label.

Use your current degreaser more safely

If you're not ready to replace your degreaser right away, a few simple changes can reduce what you breathe in and what stays on your surfaces. This is especially helpful with spray-format products used in small kitchens or poorly ventilated areas.

  • Open a window or turn on a range hood before spraying, and keep ventilation going for several minutes after you finish.
  • Spray directly onto a cloth or sponge instead of misting a wide area, and wipe surfaces with a damp cloth afterward to remove residue.

Choose a cleaner replacement

Look for degreasers with fully disclosed ingredient lists from transparent brands. The best options skip harsh sulfates, ammonia, and bleach entirely. Unscented or essential-oil-scented formulas with simple, plant-based surfactants are a strong starting point.

  • Certifications like EWG VERIFIED™ or MADE SAFE® are helpful signals, but always check the full ingredient list — no certification replaces transparency.
  • Click the button above to shop Welpr Approved degreasers.
Camille May

Camille May

Cofounder & Product Curator

Camille May is the co-creator of Welpr and a guide for clean living. After selling her last company in the health food space, she went non-toxic while working to heal an autoimmune condition....

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Olushola M. Awoyemi

Olushola M. Awoyemi

Medical Reviewer, PhD

Olushola M. Awoyemi (aka Shola) is a board-certified toxicologist and a research scientist with a PhD in Environmental Toxicology. Shola's long-term ambition is to be recognized as a world-renowned expert in toxicology,...

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