Background Washing machine agitation is hard on fabric. The result can be pilling and static. Fabric softeners are used to lengthen the life of your garment. But, at what cost? None of these, or any chemical is bad. It is the purpose and quantity of the ingredients that poses a problem such as skin contact, respiratory concerns, or environmental concerns.
Ingredients For one company I was looking at I could not find a list of ingredients or a SDS from the manufacturer. Hmmmm… Other ingredients listed were too vague to identify. The pH of two products was looked at the first stated range for pH was 3.24-3.7 and the second was 5.5-6.5. Neutral is pH of 7; so these products tend to be on the acidic side. Do not get on your hands or other body parts. Most tap water is slightly alkaline (I know you thought it was acidic with acid rain, but not so.) so this
| Diethyloxyester Dimethyl Ammonium Chloride (Deedmac) or Octadecanoic Acid, 1,1′-[(Methylimino)Di-2,1-Ethanediyl] Ester This is two examples of a quaternary amine (quat) used in these products which serves mainly as a antistatic ingredient. It also has antimicrobial properties. |
| Formic Acid This serve to lover adjust pH and has antistatic properties |
| Pentetic Acid or DTPA is a chelator. This protects the metal in your washer and dryer from the damage that could be done by this product. |
| Benzisothiazolinone This is the antimicrobial agent for the product. All water based products are susceptible to microbial spoilage. |
| Octadecanoic Acid, 1,1′-[(Methylimino)Di-2,1-Ethanediyl] Ester |
| Dimethyl Siloxanes Antifoaming agent, which means prevents from foaming. In washing machines and dishwashers too much foam is a problem. |
| Ethyl Alcohol and Water are two of the solvents used to dissolve the above ingredients into solution. Ethyl alcohol also has antimicrobial properties. |
| Fragrances Scent to make it pleasing and for odor control |
Label Directions Give Me A Shake Before First Use! Measure Liquid to Desired Line on Cap. Then, Add to Your Fabric Softener Dispenser or Directly to Your Drum During the Rinse Cycle. For Center Agitator Dispensers, Top Off with Water. Store at Room Temperature- Do Not Freeze.
Safety is a concern when using these products. Some of the chemicals evaporate into the air. Some of these products can be absorbed through the skin. Water contamination may be a concern as well. Use care.
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