Clorox® Compostable Cleaning Wipes

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Compostable Cleaning Wipes

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Clorox® Compostable Cleaning Wipes pick up dirt — and compost back into dirt. They come in both Simply Lemon and Free & Clear, an unscented version for those who prefer a fragrance-free clean. Best of all, they’re safe to use around kids, pets and food. They’re made with a compostable plant-based cloth, which makes them safe to compost at home, or through your local municipal facility.*

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What is compost?

A mixture of organic material that’s rich in nutrients for soil and supports healthy plant growth.
How long does it take?

Composting can take anywhere from a few weeks to several months depending on the material composted, temperature, moisture and exposure to air.
How do I compost?

If municipal composting facilities exist in your area, conduct a search online or check your local city council website to determine if you can sign up for curbside collection.

Be sure to check with your local facility to make sure that they accept materials like our Clorox® Compostable Cleaning Wipes, which conform to ASTM D6400 standards for compostability. If that’s the case, you’re good to put our wipes in your compost bin with other yard and food waste.

If municipal facilities don’t exist nearby, consider starting your own compost at home. For more information about home composting, please visit the EPA or USDA NRCS websites.
What shouldn’t be composted?

Non-compostable messes, such as human or animal waste. Also, don’t compost items listed as not accepted by your local facility.

About This Product

Wipe Excess dirt with Clorox® Compostable Cleaning Wipes.
Wait For surface to dry. No rinsing necessary.
Compost Clorox® Compostable Cleaning Wipes at home or through a municipal facility.* Do not flush.

^{*For municipal composting, check locally, as appropriate facilities may not exist in your area.
For home composting, do not compost wipe if used to clean non-compostable messes, such as human or animal waste. Wipes should generally be no more than 10% of home compost pile.}

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Do Clorox® Compostable Cleaning Wipes have a clear-drying formula?

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Yes, Clorox® Compostable Cleaning wipes have a unique, clear-drying formula that makes them great for cleaning shiny surfaces like metal fixtures, glass stove tops and kitchen counters.
Why are Clorox® Compostable Cleaning Wipes better to use than paper towels, sponges, dish rags?

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Clorox® Compostable Cleaning Wipes pre-saturated with an effective cleaning formula so that you can simply pull the wipe and start cleaning. No need to use sponges or dishrags that can harbor and spread germs. Best of all, the wipes are compostable at home and municipal facilities.
How well does this product clean grease, grime and soap scum?

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Clorox® Compostable Cleaning Wipes are tough on grease, soap scum, dirt and grime. They are safe on a variety of surfaces including acrylic, fiberglass, and vinyl and they do not require any rinsing for surfaces that come in contact with food.
Do Clorox® Compostable Cleaning Wipes disinfect?

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No, Clorox® Compostable Cleaning Wipes should be used for daily cleaning of grease, dirt and grime. For disinfection, please check out our line of disinfecting products here.
Can I use Clorox® Compostable Cleaning Wipes as a hand wipe or for personal use?

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No. Clorox® Compostable Cleaning Wipes should not be used for personal use or as a baby wipe.
Can I safely use Clorox® Compostable Cleaning Wipes around children, pets, food and pregnant women?

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Yes, Clorox® Compostable Cleaning Wipes are safe for use around children, pets and food. Always follow label directions and do not use wipe directly on food, for personal use, or as a baby wipe.
Do Clorox® Compostable Cleaning Wipes contain bleach?

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No, Clorox® Compostable Cleaning Wipes do not contain any bleach. They have a plant-based cleaner derived from corn, coconut and palm kernel oils.
What does Safer Choice certification mean?

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The United States Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA) created the Safer Choice program to help consumers choose products that are safer for human health and the environment. The EPA reviews all product ingredients for human health and environmental effects and conducts annual audits to ensure standards continue to be met. Specifically for wipes products, the substrate must be compostable. Safer Choice recognition does not constitute endorsement of this product by the EPA.
What are the key active ingredients in Clorox® Compostable Cleaning Wipes?

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The wipes contain a naturally derived cleaning agent: caprylyl capryl glucoside. This plant-based cleaner is derived from corn, coconut and palm kernel oils.
What is the wipe made out of?

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The wipe is made from 100% plant-based fibers.
Is Free & Clear fragrance-free?

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Yes! This product contains no added fragrances or masking agents.
Is this product tested on animals?

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No. Clorox® Compostable Cleaning Wipes contain no animal-derived ingredients and are never tested on animals.
Where can I buy Clorox® Compostable Cleaning Wipes?

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You can find stores near you that sell Clorox® Compostable Cleaning Wipes on our Where to Buy page. It's a good idea to call the store before going, to make sure they have it in stock. If you have any trouble finding it at a nearby store, you can also buy it online.
Can I use Clorox® Compostable Cleaning Wipes on different surfaces such as mirrors, wood, kids toys, outdoors, etc?

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Yes, Clorox® Compostable Cleaning Wipes are safe on a variety of surfaces including counters, sinks, stoves, toilets, and non-wood or sealed wood floors. Always test a small area first.
Can Clorox® Compostable Cleaning Wipes be flushed down the toilet?

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No. Clorox® Compostable Cleaning Wipes should never be flushed down a toilet. They should be composted as part of a home compost pile or composted municipally. If composting is not available, discard wipe in trash.
Where can I get coupons for Clorox® Compostable Cleaning Wipes?

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Check the Coupons page to see if there are coupons available for Clorox® Compostable Cleaning Wipes. And sign up for the Clorox newsletter to find out about new coupons via email.
Are Clorox® Compostable Cleaning Wipes canisters recyclable?

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Yes, please empty the canister, attach the lid and place in your recycling bin.
What does it mean for a product to be compostable?

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Compostable products will break down in a properly maintained compost pile, either at home or in a municipal setting. They must meet ASTM D6400 testing requirements. Do not simply throw the wipes into the environment as they need the right conditions to break down.
Where can I compost Clorox® Compostable Cleaning Wipes?

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Check with your local municipality to see if they accept wipes that meet the requirements under ASTM D6400. If not, consider starting your own home compost. Check out www.clorox.com/compostable for more tips on composting.