What are the ingredients in Universal Cleaner?Updated 3 days ago
TL;DR: Universal Cleaner contains two ingredients: potassium hydroxide and reverse osmosis water. Formulated at pH 12.5 with an 18-month shelf life from manufacture. GECA eco-certified, Sensitive Choice approved, Allergy UK and Eczema Association certified, and made in Australia.
What is in Universal Cleaner?
✓ Potassium hydroxide
Alkali degreaser. Saponifies fats and oils into soap, lifting tough grease and baked-on grime. Does the cleaning work.
✓ Reverse osmosis water
Ultra-pure solvent. Free of contaminants so no residue is left behind on surfaces. Delivers the streak-free finish.
What's the pH and shelf life of Universal Cleaner?
pH level
12.5
Alkaline. Cuts grease and organic soil without scrubbing.
Shelf life
18 months
From date of manufacture, sealed and stored properly.
Storage
Cool, sealed, shaded
Out of direct sunlight. Don't freeze or expose to extreme heat.
Is Universal Cleaner eco-certified?
✓ Certifications and awards
GECA eco-certified (since 2016). Sensitive Choice approved by the National Asthma Council of Australia. Allergy UK certified. Eczema Association of Australasia certified. Canstar Blue #1 Multipurpose Cleaner 2022 and 2023.
✓ Made in Australia
Formulated and manufactured in Australia. Fragrance-free, pet-friendly, kid-friendly, family-friendly, and not tested on animals. The simplicity of the two-ingredient formula is what lets Universal Cleaner clear these independent eco and sensitivity thresholds.
Where can I find the Safety Data Sheet?
✓ Access Universal Cleaner SDS
The Safety Data Sheet covers composition, physical properties, handling, storage, disposal, and emergency response for regulatory and workplace safety compliance. Most customers never need to open it, but it's available anytime.
Download SDS PDF
Pairs a box of Universal Cleaner with Atomiser Spray Bottle and Universal Cloths. Everything you need to start.
2L bag-in-box refill. The same two-ingredient formula in our most popular size. Approximately 3 months of cleaning for the average home.
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Last reviewed: April 2026
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