Nantucket Footprint Ingredients
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Full Ingredient Transparency
Our ingredients are all disclosed on our packaging and more details can be found on this page. Most household cleaners sold in the USA still don’t disclose ingredients and aren’t required to. We are committed to 100% ingredient transparency for all our products.
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Cosmetic Quality Ingredients
There are no strict standards governing cleaning product ingredients in the U.S., so we set our own. Every ingredient we use appears on the EPA’s Safer Choice list and receives the lowest (safest) ratings in the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Safer Choice and the Environmental Working Group’s (EWG) Skin Deep Database. We also exclude any ingredients listed on the Suzuki “Dirty Dozen List". Our belief is that household products should meet a level of ingredient safety comparable to personal care, even if they aren’t meant for skin.
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Free From Harmful Chemicals
Free from chemicals known to pose risks to people or the planet, including sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium laureth sulfate, phosphates, phthalates, parabens, artificial fragrances, triclosan, methylisothiazolinone, and benzisothiazolinone. All of our products are also completely palm oil–free.
Product Ingredients
Chamomile Laundry Detergent Strips
Polyvinyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Aqua, Decyl Glucoside, Glycereth Cocoate, Coconut Betaine, Sodium Gluconate, Protease Enzymes, Sodium Sulfate, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid, Chamomile Essential Oil
Unscented Laundry Detergent Strips
Polyvinyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Aqua, Decyl Glucoside, Glycereth Cocoate, Coconut Betaine, Sodium Gluconate, Protease Enzymes, Sodium Sulfate, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid
All Purpose Cleaning Strips
Polyvinyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Aqua, Glycereth Cocoate, Coconut Betaine, Capryl Glucoside, Sodium Gluconate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Citrate, Decyl Glucoside, Grapefruit Essential Oil, Bergamot Essential Oil
Glass & Window Cleaning Strips
Polyvinyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Aqua, Glycereth Cocoate, Capryl Glucoside, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Peppermint Essential Oil, Rosemary Essential Oil
Toilet Bowl Cleaning Strips
Polyvinyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Aqua, Glycereth Cocoate, Capryl Glucoside, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Carboxymethyl Inulin, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Blue Gardenia Natural Color, Peppermint Essential Oil, Rosemary Essential Oil
About Our Ingredients
| Ingredient | What is it? | Used in which Nantucket Footprint products? | EWG Skin Deep Rating (1–10; 1–2 best) |
On EPA Safer Choice list | EPA “low concern (more data)” list |
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| Enzymes | Biological enzymes that catalyze stain removal | Unscented Laundry Detergent, Chamomile Laundry Detergent (48-strip box & 2-strip sample) | 1 | ||
| Blue Gardenia | Flowering plant extract (100% natural colorant) | Toilet Bowl Cleaner | N/A | N/A | |
| Capryl Glucoside | Coconut-derived surfactant | All-Purpose Cleaner, Glass & Window Cleaner | 1 | ||
| Citric Acid | pH adjuster | Laundry Sheets, All-Purpose Cleaner, Glass & Window Cleaner | 2 | ||
| Coconut Betaine | Plant-derived foam booster | Laundry Sheets, All-Purpose Cleaner | 1 | ||
| Decyl Glucoside | Plant-derived surfactant | Laundry Sheets, All-Purpose Cleaner | 2 | ||
| Glycereth Cocoate | Water softener | Laundry Sheets, All-Purpose Cleaner, Glass & Window Cleaner | 1 | ||
| Vegetable Glycerin | Plant-derived ingredient used for texture | Laundry Sheets, All-Purpose Cleaner, Glass & Window Cleaner | 2 | ||
| Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) | Biodegradable, water-soluble film | Laundry Sheets, All-Purpose Cleaner, Glass & Window Cleaner | 1 | ||
| Sodium Sulfate (not sodium lauryl or sodium laureth sulfate) |
Mineral-based processing aid | Laundry Sheets | 1 | ||
| Potassium Sorbate | Food-grade preservative | Laundry Sheets, All-Purpose Cleaner, Glass & Window Cleaner | 2 | ||
| Sodium Citrate | Water softener | All-Purpose Cleaner, Glass & Window Cleaner | 1 | ||
| Sodium Gluconate | Water softener | Laundry Sheets, All-Purpose Cleaner | 1 | ||
| Chamomile Essential Oil | Steam-distilled essential oil | Laundry Sheets | 2 | ||
| Rosemary Essential Oil | Steam-distilled essential oil | Glass & Window Cleaner | 1 | ||
| Peppermint Essential Oil | Steam-distilled essential oil | Glass & Window Cleaner | 1 | ||
| Grapefruit Essential Oil | Cold-pressed essential oil | All-Purpose Cleaner | 1 | ||
| Bergamot Essential Oil | Cold-pressed essential oil | All-Purpose Cleaner | 2 |
Ingredient Overview
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How Our Cleaning Strips Work
Our zero-waste cleaning strips dissolve completely in water, activating plant-derived surfactants like decyl glucoside and capryl glucoside that help lift dirt and grease from surfaces. Ingredients such as sodium citrate and citric acid support cleaning performance by softening water and balancing pH, allowing the formula to rinse clean without residue. You can see how these ingredients work together in our zero-waste cleaning strips.
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How Our Laundry Strips Work
Our zero-waste laundry detergent strips are made to dissolve fully in the wash, releasing plant-based cleaning agents like decyl glucoside and coconut betaine that help remove dirt while remaining gentle on fabrics. Polyvinyl alcohol allows the strip to hold its shape until use, while glycerin and sodium gluconate support solubility and performance across different water temperatures. Learn how these ingredients come together in our zero-waste laundry detergent strips.