Dawn (Procter & Gamble) detergents, kind not given
1 report to CPSC, the latest made May 28, 2023. A report isn’t a recall.
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At a glance
From SaferProducts.gov, released Oct 25, 2026.
- 1report to CPSC
- May 28, 2023the latest report was made
- May 28, 2023the earliest
- 1with the company’s comments
- Brand
- Dawn (Procter & Gamble)
- Maker
- The Procter & Gamble CompanyMakers, importers or sellers, as the reports name them
- Product
- Detergents, kind not givenCPSC’s product type: Detergents, Not Specified (code 976), in Home Maintenance and Structures: Household Chemicals, Paint, & Cleaning Products
By month
The numbers, as a table
| Month | Reports |
|---|---|
| May 2023 | 1 |
How badly anyone was hurt
- Hurt, care not known 1 CPSC: Injury, Level of care not known
As each report says it, in short words; CPSC’s own words are under each.
The reports, as CPSC published them
Reports people made to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. CPSC publishes each one after sending it to the company named, and doesn’t guarantee they’re accurate. A report isn’t a recall.
Each report is the words of the person who made it, as CPSC published them. The company’s comments, where CPSC published any, are set apart as the company’s own.
CPSC, SaferProducts.gov public database export. Released Oct 25, 2026. Updated daily.
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Hurt, care not known Made May 28, 2023, sent to the company May 31, 2023, published by CPSC Jun 14, 2023
The product, in the report: Dawn Platinum Powerwash Dish Spray, Dish Soap, Fresh Scent Refill, 16oz [REDACTED]
To Whom it May Concern,
I am writing to you as a concerned consumer and a professional with a background in Biomedical Engineering, holding a Master’s degree and having acquired laboratory safety training from my experience in various chemistry labs. I wish to express my concerns regarding a widely-used product, “Dawn Platinum Powerwash Dish Soap Spray”.
I understand that for a product like this to be available on the market, a substantial amount of safety testing and due diligence would typically be performed to ensure it does not pose a significant risk under normal usage conditions. However, my concerns are specifically related to the potential for long-term health impacts due to the inhalation of the very fine mist that is produced by this product’s unique spray mechanism.
The Dawn Platinum Powerwash Dish Soap Spray employs a unique spray nozzle that produces a very fine mist, distinct from a traditional spray bottle. This atomization of the soap increases the potential for inhalation exposure. I’ve observed that this fine mist seems to linger in the air, indicating that particles remain suspended for several minutes. From my personal experience, there is a strong odor associated with the use of this product, and I have experienced noticeable lung irritation after being in the vicinity where it was sprayed.
The product contains several chemicals such as Alcohol Denat., C10-16 Alkyldimethylamine Oxide, Dipropylene Glycol Butyl Ether, Ethanolamine, and Sodium Laureth Sulfate, which are known to potentially cause respiratory irritation upon inhalation. It also includes fragrances, which can trigger allergies and asthma in sensitive individuals.
Considering the product’s widespread use and frequency, there could be a significant health impact, especially for sensitive populations such as children, elderly, and individuals with existing respiratory conditions. Even with moderate exposure, this could potentially lead to chronic respiratory problems, with subsequent increases in medical costs.
Given this unique method of application and potential for increased exposure, it is important to ensure that the safety testing performed adequately addressed the risks associated with inhalation of the fine mist. Specifically, the potential for long-term health impacts of regular, daily inhalation exposure may need further investigation.
Therefore, I kindly request the CPSC to conduct a thorough investigation into this issue, considering the product’s unique application method. More comprehensive guidelines may be required for such products to ensure consumer safety, such as clearer labeling about the risks of inhalation and instructions to minimize exposure.
Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to hearing about the actions that the CPSC might take in response to these concerns to further protect consumer health.
- Model
- Dawn Platinum Powerwash Dish Spray
- UPC
- 10037000314971
- Where
- South Salem, New York: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Unknown
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Unspecified
- As this report names them
- Brand Dawn (Procter & Gamble), made or sold by The Procter & Gamble Company
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Injury, Level of care not known
CPSC’s disclaimer
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U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, SaferProducts.gov public database export.
Released Oct 25, 2026 and checked Oct 25, 2026. Updated daily. Public domain (U.S. Government work). CPSC asks to be credited, and that no endorsement be implied.
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