Are plug-in air fresheners hazardous to your health?
No. When used according to label instruction, in real life situations, air fresheners are safe. In addition, there is no evidence supporting a significant risk to human health from the use of air fresheners under normal conditions.
I have seen media reports regarding an EPA study? What is this?
Some media reports state that an EPA study suggests using plug-in air fresheners may be hazardous to one's health. According to the EPA, such a statement is neither accurate nor defensible.
Should I be concerned about using plug-in air fresheners?
No. The EPA study does not indicate that using a plug-in air freshener may be harmful to one's health and for anyone to suggest that it does would be distorting the study and taking it beyond its scientific scope.
How are your products regulated?
Consumer specialty products are regulated by numerous federal agencies. Various federal statutes and regulations apply to the manufacture, distribution, use and disposal of these products.
I have read postings on the Internet alleging that Glade® PlugIns® products have been involved in fires. Is this true?
SC Johnson is aware that there have been postings on the Internet that have claimed that our products were involved in fires. It is important that you know that all of our PlugIns® products are safe and will not cause fires. We know this because PlugIns® products have been sold for more than 15 years and hundreds of millions of the products are being used safely.
Because we are committed to selling safe products, SC Johnson thoroughly investigated these rumors. First, we confirmed that no one had contacted SC Johnson to tell us about these fires or to ask us to investigate them. Additionally, we had a leading fire investigation expert call the fire department representative who is identified in one of the Internet postings. That fireman indicated that he has no evidence that our products had caused any fire.
We suspect this rumor may be associated with a past SC Johnson voluntary recall of one of its air freshener products, a Glade® Extra Outlet Scented Oil product that was sold for a short period before June 1, 2002. After discovering an assembly error in a small number of that product, SC Johnson implemented a voluntary recall and provided extensive information about the product to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). After revising the manufacturing process and thorough testing for proper assembly, the Glade® PlugIns® Scented Oil Extra Outlet product returned to store shelves on June 3, 2002. SC Johnson has no knowledge of any credible reports of fire related to this product.
We also know that our products do not cause fires because all of our PlugIns® products have been thoroughly tested by Underwriters Laboratories and other independent laboratories and our products meet or exceed safety requirements. SC Johnson continues to work closely with the Consumer Product Safety Commission to investigate allegations involving PlugIns® products.
As a more than 100-year-old, family-owned company, SC Johnson is committed to providing top-quality products that can be used safely in homes and we want to reassure you that PlugIns® products can be used with complete confidence.
Are Glade® PlugIns® made of recycled materials?
Yes, the Glade® PlugIns® refill cartridge is made of 100 percent recycled material. The boxes are also made of 100 percent recycled paperboard.
How does the Glade® PlugIns® Extra Outlet Night Light work?
The Glade® PlugIns® Extra Outlet Night Light has a small light sensor to the left of the extra outlet that automatically turns on the night light when the room gets dark, and off when the room gets light. Do not obstruct the sensor or the light will stay on.
How long will the night light last in the Glade® PlugIns® Extra Outlet Night Light?
The Glade® PlugIns® Extra Outlet Night Light will last up to 3,650 hours, or about 12 months of usage when used for approximately 10 hours per day. When the night light burns out, do not attempt to replace it-you should replace the entire unit instead. The refill will last up to 30 days.
What type of outlet can I use for Glade® PlugIns® Extra Outlet Night Light?
You should use the Glade® PlugIns® Extra Outlet Night Light in a properly functioning 120-volt electrical outlet only. It has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other) and will fit in the outlet only one way.
What can I use in the extra outlet of the Glade® PlugIns® Extra Outlet Night Light?
You can plug in a two-prong, non-grounded appliance that does not exceed 12 amps (1400 watts) into the Glade® Plug Ins® Extra Outlet Night Light extra outlet, such as a:
- Bread Maker
- Can Opener
- Clock
- Coffee Maker
- Cordless Phone
- Curling Iron
- Electric Fry Pan
- Food Processor
- Hair Dryer
- Iron
- Lamps
- Radio
- Shaver
- Toaster
- Vacuum
Note: Appliances such as power tools, microwaves, and refrigerators should not be used.
How long will the fragrance refill last in the Glade® PlugIns® Extra Outlet Night Light?
The refill will last up to 30 days. As the fragrance refill freshens in the Glade® PlugIns® Extra Outlet Night Light, it begins to dry and crack. When the concentrate is nearly gone, it is time to replace the refill.
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