Can you use OxiClean and Clorox 2?

Author: Dr. Myrna Block  |  Last update: Wednesday, December 17, 2025

It's generally not recommended to mix Oxiclean and Clorox 2. While they are both oxygen-based products, mixing them can potentially create harmful fumes or reduce their effectiveness.

Is Clorox 2 actually bleach?

Clorox 2® for Colors Stain Remover and Laundry Additive contains hydrogen peroxide as its active ingredient, which is a much weaker bleach than sodium hypochlorite, the active ingredient in Clorox® Disinfecting Bleach.

Does OxiClean sanitize as well as bleach?

Using OxiClean Laundry & Home Sanitizer in your laundry routine is easy and efficient. It helps remove tough stains and disinfects your clothes, making it a great bleach alternative.

Can you use non chlorine bleach with OxiClean?

No, you should not mix bleach and OxiClean (or any product containing sodium percarbonate, which is the active ingredient in OxiClean). Combining these substances can produce harmful gases and may create a dangerous chemical reaction.

Are Clorox 2 and OxiClean the same thing?

Is Clorox 2 The Same As Oxiclean? No, Clorox 2 and Oxiclean are not the same. While both are oxygen-based stain removers, they have different chemical compositions and specific uses.

Clorox 2® How-To: Pre-treat your laundry

When should you not use OxiClean?

Use OxiClean™ Versatile Stain Remover powder for versatile applications. Can I use OxiClean™ Max Force™ Laundry Stain Remover Spray on wool or silk items? OxiClean™ MaxForce™ is not designed to be used on dry clean only fabrics and should not be used on wool or silk items.

Is OxiClean just hydrogen peroxide?

OxiClean contains several ingredients, but the important one for boosting and brightening laundry is sodium percarbonate — basically, dry hydrogen peroxide plus washing soda (also called sodium carbonate, which is very similar to but not exactly baking soda).

Can you mix OxiClean and vinegar?

Don't mix OxiClean with vinegar.

Mixing OxiClean and vinegar is not safe. OxiClean breaks down into hydrogen peroxide, which forms peracetic acid when combined with vinegar.

Why do my clothes have bleach stains when I don't use bleach?

It's unlikely that either the detergent or Clorox 2® is the reason for your problem. Instead, it sounds like when you use Clorox® Disinfecting Bleach it is somehow carrying over from one load to the next. The most likely cause is the liquid bleach dispenser on your clothes washer.

Is Clorox 2 safe for black clothes?

For dark items that people don't necessarily want to be “brighter” you can also use Clorox 2® for Colors Stain Remover and Laundry Additive since the low level of oxygen bleach in the formula is safe for most washable fabrics.

What can you not mix with Clorox?

Dangers of Mixing Household Chemical Cleaners
  • Bleach + Vinegar = Chlorine gas. This can lead to coughing, breathing problems, burning and watery eyes. ...
  • Bleach + Ammonia = Chloramine. ...
  • Bleach + Rubbing alcohol = Chloroform. ...
  • Hydrogen peroxide + Vinegar = peracetic/ peroxyacetic acid.

How long to soak clothes in Clorox 2?

Answer. Generally, with presoaking, we recommend a limited exposure time prior to washing (1/4 cup Clorox® Disinfecting Bleach in a gallon of warm water for 5–10 minutes before laundering). Wash in the hottest water recommended on the care label with detergent and 1/3 cup Clorox® Disinfecting Bleach.

Is OxiClean safe on colors for clothes?

OxiClean™ is free of chlorine and preservatives, so it's safe on colors and gentle on your clothing – without sacrificing performance or leaving chemical residues. Many detergents break down the fibers and dyes in laundry as they clean, causing severe fading overtime.

How long does Clorox 2 last?

The Clorox Company acknowledges that their bleach product has a one year shelf life beginning with the day of manufacture. The shelf life will rapidly decrease depending upon use, temperature, relative humidity, and sunlight.

Is it safe to mix OxiClean and detergent?

Yes, you can add detergent to the load as well as oxyclean and it will boost the performance of your favorite kind. It's hilarious that the manufacturer responded first, but everyone seems to know better.

Can I mix Dawn and OxiClean?

yeah. Simple, sudsy, OxiClean + Dawn dish soap clean 🫧 i use this combo to sanitize my mop heads usually (just dissolve one scoop in hot water and let soak for 20 minutes), and it smells SO good.

Where to put OxiClean in front load washer?

Washer - Use of Oxygen (Oxi) Based Cleaner
  1. If the Washer has a detergent dispenser drawer:
  2. As a substitute for detergent: Add to the Powdered detergent section of the drawer. ...
  3. If the Washer does not have a dispenser drawer, pour directly into the wash basket.
  4. Follow the package recommendations for the amount to use.

Will OxiClean remove pet urine from carpet?

Use OxiClean™ Carpet & Area Rug Pet Stain & Odor Remover to help remove unpleasant pet odors and maintain a fresh smelling home. Remove any solid residue from carpet immediately and blot up excess moisture.

Is OxiClean ok for septic tanks?

Do not use foam drain cleaners, only liquid. Some products that you already use and have around the house are safe for your septic system. Vinegar (white vinegar and apple cider vinegar), Borax, OxiClean, and baking soda are some products that can be used to clean very well and be septic-system safe.

Is OxiClean as good as bleach?

It has 40 percent more whitening power than chlorine bleach per load and can be added to every load of laundry or used in a pre-soak. Plus, it's available in multiple formats, including liquid, powder and paks, so it's easy to use to keep your white items white.

What does borax do for laundry?

Borax is often confused with other cleaning agents, but it stands out due to its ability to soften water, neutralize odors, and enhance the cleaning power of regular laundry detergents. The combination of these properties makes borax a go-to solution for many households looking to elevate their laundry game.

What does OxiClean not work on?

Always test OxiClean™ Versatile Stain Remover on an inconspicuous area first. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for the item for water temperature and for cleaning. Do not use on wool, wool blends, silk, silk blends, leather, or any fabrics labeled dry clean only.

Can you mix OxiClean with baking soda?

Add ½ cup of baking soda to your washer. Add detergent, like ARM & HAMMER™ Plus OxiClean™ Odor Blasters. Run the wash cycle. Add another ½ cup of baking soda in the rinse cycle.

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