Ammonia is an alkaline chemical compound used as a household cleaning ingredient.

The Fill does not use ingredients derived from an animal or animal by-products (from slaughtered animals). Therefore our products do not contain tallow, an ingredient derived from animal fat which is widely used in making soap.

All The Fill products are tested on Gwen, not on animals.

Bleach is a chemical that functions to remove color, whiten, and/or disinfect via the process of oxidation. Liquid chlorine bleach is commonly sold as an approximately 5.25% solution of sodium hypochlorite. As a laundry additive, liquid chlorine bleach removes stains, aids in soil removal, whitens, disinfects, and deodorizes. It cannot be used on certain stains such as rust, nor can it be used on certain fabrics such as silks, woolens, or dyed fabrics-it is not color-safe. It can weaken fibers and cause fabrics to deteriorate over time and can cause yellowing. It can also deactivate enzymes found in laundry detergents or laundry aids and may produce harmful acids or poisonous gases when mixed with cleaning products. The Fill uses sodium percarbonate as a gentle, color-safe, chlorine-free oxygen bleaching system in its products to whiten and brighten fabrics.

Dyes and artificial colorants are any substances added to a product to change or alter the natural coloring. Pigments and other color additives are widely used in soaps and detergents for aesthetic effect, or in the case of blue colorant, to produce a bluing action on fabrics. The Fill products do not contain artificial colorants or dye; therefore, the appearance may vary slightly from batch to batch.

Formaldehyde is a chemical compound that can be useful as a disinfectant and antibacterial agent. Exposure to formaldehyde can pose a significant risk to human health and it is known to be a human carcinogen. Children are more sensitive to formaldehyde toxicity than adults, and overexposure to this chemical can result in negative respiratory and nasal symptoms. Formaldehyde is not typically added as a raw material in laundry and household products but can be generated as a by-product from the chemical breakdown of certain preservatives used in the product. The Fill does not intentionally use formaldehyde or formaldehyde releasors. Some grocery brand cleaners (especially glass cleaners) contain formaldehyde.

[NOTE: Gluten is not common to the laundry and household cleaning product category. Gluten-free claims are typically associated with food products and ingestible items.] Gluten is a protein in grains, found in everyday foods such as bread and pasta. Though harmless to most individuals, gluten causes intestinal damage to people with celiac disease. The only treatment is strict adherence to a gluten-free diet and the use of gluten-free products. The Fill does not intentionally use gluten or gluten-derived ingredients, either as a raw material or during the manufacturing process of the product.

[NOTE: This claim is more commonly associated with personal care and cosmetic products than with laundry and household cleaning products.] Parabens are a group of chemicals that are often used as preservatives in the cosmetic, food, and pharmaceutical industries due to their low cost and highly efficacious antibacterial and fungicidal properties. Parabens have a long history of safe use; however, some recent research has fueled a belief that parabens may be carcinogens. While no effective direct link has been established between parabens and cancer, there is a growing trend to utilize other preservative systems to avoid this controversy. The Fill does not use parabens.

Phosphates are salts that form alkaline solutions in water, and have historically been used in detergents. Due to environmental concerns, the use of phosphates in laundry products has been restricted. The Fill does not use phosphates.

Phthalates are chemicals sometimes used as fragrance carriers or plasticizers. There are no phthalates in The Fill products or ingredients.

SLS is one of the most common anionic surfactants used in the cosmetics and household industries due to its low cost and excellent foaming characteristics. It is commonly found in a wide variety of products including toothpaste, shampoo, and bubble bath due to its exceptional thickening effect and ability to create lather. The Fill does not use SLS surfactants, but does use the milder form of Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) in combination with other secondary surfactants that couple with SLES to reduce the irritation profile while maintaining high cleaning performance.

*more details here about SLES

Perchloroethylene (also known as “perc”) is a chemical solvent used by many professional dry cleaners. People exposed to high levels of perc, even for brief periods, may experience serious symptoms including fatigue, confusion, nausea, and skin, lung, eye, and mucous membrane irritation. Repeated exposure at high levels can irritate the skin, eyes, nose, and mouth, and can cause liver damage and respiratory failure. I originally created The Laundress to reduce the need for dry cleaning, and continue my mission with The Fill.

A petrochemical is defined as any synthetic compound composed in some part of hydrocarbons obtained from petroleum. The Fill does not use petroleum-derived ingredients.

VOCs include a variety of carbon-based chemicals that can form vapors at room temperature and may cause short-term and/ or long-term adverse health effects. A wide variety of household, cosmetic, and cleaning products contain chemicals that can release organic compounds into the air during use and while in storage. The Fill products are formulated to minimize VOC content.