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Does the word 2-Butoxyethanol sound “green” to you? If you answered, no you are right. Working with the cheap and effective product for over a year now,  I’ve noticed that when using it to clean counter tops and bathtubs I would start coughing, this lead me to believe that this product had a misleading name. The label claims that simple green is a “nontoxic” product and “bio-degradable” but is that true? In this article I’m going to break down the lies behind Simple Green.

Breaking Down Simple Green

Simple green contains 2-Butoxythanol which sounds like some science experiment. The name by no means sounds organic like other cleaning products such as vinegar, lemon juice or olive oil. So what is 2-Butoxyethanol really? Simple Green contains this known irritant. 2-Butoxinthenol has been can cause hemolysis, hematuria (blood in the urine), central nervous system depression, headache and vomiting, as listed by http://www.CDC.gov. (Click the link to be directed)

2-Butoxyethanol is listed as a class one toxin in European countries but in America 2-Butoxyethanon is a class 3 in 49 states except California. How could Simple Green really say that their product is “non-toxic”? In my opinion Simple Green is an affordable product but please I urge you to handle with care. Use gloves and respirators when handling simple green products as it is hazardous to your health; simple green will not tell you this, but I will.

Other Multipurpose Cleaners

Good old vinegar and water is the perfect solution to Simple Green. Put  just enough vinegar to fill the bottom of any spray bottle and fill up with water. You can also use lemon juice and olive oil for wood surfaces as well. If you insist on using simple green please use responsibly.