CCD-148: Carpet and Upholstery Cleaners

*Please note: there is an interpretation associated with this standard. It is available for viewing at the end of the PDF document

The EcoLogo^TM Program addresses challenges by establishing strict limits on toxicity, VOCs, toxic chemicals, and biodegradability. The net environmental benefit will be a reduction in human health impact, less potential for smog formation and diminished aquatic toxicity.

To be authorized to carry the EcoLogo, carpet and upholstery care products must:

• Be effective and safe to use (not labelled as corrosive).
• Include detailed instructions for proper use and disposal.
• Not be formulated with:
  • propellants,
  • aromatic or halogenated solvents,
  • glycol ethers or their acetates (ethylene glycol monomethyl ether, ethylene glycol monoethyl ether, ethylene glycol monobutyl ether, ethylene glycol monopropyl ether),
  • alkylphenol ethoxylate surfactants (APEOS),
  • ethylene diaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA),
  • fluorinated surfactants,
  • phosphorus-based detergents,
  • fluorescent dyes, microbicides, or fragrances,
  • chemicals classified as being carcinogenic or causing developmental or reproductive toxicity,
  • chemicals classified as an endocrine disruptor or an asthmagen, or
  • organic ingredients that are bioaccumulating;
• Not be in a disposable wipe format;
• If formulated with bacteria or enzymes, comply with the New Substance Notification Regulations, and use only those bacterial cultures that are derived from a Biosafety Level 1 ATCC microbial culture (or equivalent);

• Contain no more than 0.1% by weight VOCs for cleaners and 8.0% by weight for spot stain removers;
• Demonstrate low toxicity:
  • extraction cleaners : EC₅₀ greater than 10,000 mg/l for microorganisms, and LD₅₀ greater than 5,000 mg/kg for mammals,
  • shampoo and pre-spray cleaners : EC₅₀ greater than 15 mg/l for crustaceans, and LD₅₀ greater than 5,000 mg/kg for mammals,
  • spot and stain removers: EC₅₀ greater than 3500 ì g/l for microorganisms, and LD₅₀ greater than 4,000 mg/kg for mammals; and
• Be readily biodegradable.