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Öko-Test Finds Most Hand Dish Soaps Underperform on Cleaning

Testers found safe formulas, not strong cleaning.

Overview

  • Öko-Test evaluated 26 hand dishwashing liquids in lab trials and reported that most removed grease only moderately well.
  • Two products earned the only top overall grades for strong cleaning and unproblematic formulas: Rewe’s Ja! Ultra Power and Sodasan Lemon & Lime.
  • Fit Original failed the review after labs detected elevated formaldehyde above the limit Öko-Test applies to rinse-off cosmetics that touch skin, resulting in a poor overall grade.
  • Ingredient screening was positive across the field, with 20 products rated very good and five good for their formulas.
  • Practical checks flagged weaker cleaning and missing label guidance for Pril Original, and testers urged regular sponge care or a switch to a dish brush to curb bacteria.