Griot's Garage Foaming Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner
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From the Safety Data Sheet
Full SDS ↗GHS hazard codes are quoted from the manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet. PPE tiers below translate those codes and the listed ingredient chemistry; they are not CarCareTruth recommendations.
EyesRecommendedMfr. SDS §8 · 29 CFR 1910.133(a)(1) · GHS H319SkinSituationalMfr. SDS §8LungsSituationalMfr. SDS §8Ventilation—No PPE in published sourcesShow details for all categories ▾Hide details ▴
From the manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet, Section 8
“H319 eye irritation (Cat 2) confirmed in SDS Section 2 at mixture level. Aerosol foam spray can produce mist at face level during close-range application inside the vehicle cabin.”
— Griot's Garage
U.S. regulatory standard
29 CFR 1910.133(a)(1)
“The employer shall ensure that each affected employee uses appropriate eye or face protection when exposed to eye or face hazards from… liquid chemicals…”
ANSI Z87.1 (incorporated via §1910.6)
OSHA standards apply to workplaces. Cited here as the U.S. reference threshold for the underlying hazard class.
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From the manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet, Section 8
“H315 and H317 are absent from SDS Section 2 mixture classification. Prolonged brush agitation during extended cleaning sessions creates repeated dermal contact with the surfactant formula.”
— Griot's Garage
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From the manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet, Section 8
“Pressurized aerosol format used inside the vehicle cabin — enclosed-space inhalation pathway present. H335 is absent at mixture level; the enclosed-cabin spray scenario is the documented trigger.”
— Griot's Garage
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No PPE specified in published sources for ventilation. Absence does not imply “not needed” — consult the full Safety Data Sheet.
PPE tiers translate the manufacturer’s SDS and U.S. regulatory standards. Not professional safety advice. How we report safety.
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CarCareTruth's Analysis
Last reviewed May 26, 2026
TL;DR Lifts set-in coffee, cat vomit, and general grime from car carpet with a brush-and-blot technique — no wet-vac required per multiple verified-purchase reviewers. Pet odor is covered by fragrance and encapsulation, not enzyme chemistry, so urine odors may return after the scent fades. GHS H319 eye irritation — aerosol foam at close range inside the cabin is a plausible mist-contact pathway; wear safety glasses during application.
What it is and how it performs
A pressurized aerosol foam with an upside-down fan-spray nozzle. Spray, dwell briefly, agitate with a stiff brush, blot with shop towels — no dilution required. Reviewers (4.4 stars, 68 reviews) confirm stain removal on coffee after two days and cat vomit; one Vine reviewer noted vigorous aerosol force causing overspray onto surrounding trim. Odor coverage is fragrance-based citrus, not enzymatic — the SDS contains no urease or protease for genuine odor neutralization.
Who should buy this — and who should skip it
A good fit for owners dealing with typical food, drink, and tracked-in dirt who want an RTU aerosol with no mixing. Skip it if pet urine odor elimination is the goal — no enzyme chemistry addresses urea at the source, and the citrus scent will dissipate. Patch-test on berber or loop-pile carpet before full use.
Safety and environmental impact
WARNING signal word — SDS Section 2 lists H319 eye irritation (Cat 2). H315 and H317 are absent at mixture level. Aerosol use inside the vehicle cabin is an enclosed-space exposure scenario; apply with doors open. Prop 65 warning on the Amazon listing. Fragrance ingredient carries aquatic toxicity at ingredient level — extracted wastewater is drain-destined.
Frequently asked questions
Is Griot's Garage Foaming Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner safe to use?▾
The Safety Data Sheet for Griot's Garage Foaming Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner carries a WARNING signal word, with classified hazards including H223 (flammable aerosol); H280 (contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated); H319 (causes serious eye irritation). The Amazon listing also carries a California Prop 65 warning. See the PPE breakdown above for use-case-specific guidance translated from the SDS hazard codes.
How does Griot's Garage Foaming Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner score on CarCareTruth?▾
CarCareTruth scores Griot's Garage Foaming Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner at 7.2 out of 10 on the composite CCT score, with a health sub-score of 8.5/10. The CCT score blends real-world effectiveness, ingredient health impact pulled from the manufacturer's safety sheet, and environmental footprint against a published category rubric. See the methodology link on this page for the full scoring breakdown.
What's in Griot's Garage Foaming Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner?▾
Per the Safety Data Sheet ingredient disclosure: Water (>80%, carrier), Propane (1–5%, CAS 74-98-6, propellant), Butane (1–5%, CAS 106-97-8, propellant), Sodium N-Lauroylsarcosinate (1–2%, CAS 137-16-6, surfactant), Functionalized anionic polymer ammonium salt (<1%, CBI, surfactant/encapsulation), Polyethylene glycol octylphenyl ether / Octoxynol (0.1–0.5%, CAS 9036-19-5, surfactant), Silicic acid disodium salt 1:2 / Sodium Metasilicate (<1%, CAS 6834-92-0, corrosion inhibitor), Sodium Nitrite (<1%, CAS…
From the manufacturer
Marketing copy from Griot's Garage, via Amazon. Not editorial.
- •POWERFUL CARPET AND UPHOLSTERY CLEANER: Professional-grade, high-foaming formula penetrates deep into fibers to lift tough oil and water-based stains without over saturating
- •EVEN PRODUCT DISTRIBUTION FOR BETTER CLEANING: Unique upside-down fan spray nozzle evenly distributes this car upholstery cleaner foam across large areas, making stain cleanup faster and more efficient
- •CAR CARPET DEODORIZER: Odor-eliminating technology combined with a bright citrus fragrance neutralizes bad smells as it cleans
- •VERSATILE AUTO UPHOLSTERY CLEANER: Also works on vinyl and textured plastic; ideal for carpet, floor mats, and microfiber seats
- •HIGH FOAMING AND FAST DRYING UPHOLSTERY CLEANER FOAM: Lifts dirt and stains without soaking fabrics, so carpets and upholstery dry quicker
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Manufacturer specifications
- Item model number
- 11298
- Department
- All Ages
- Date First Available
- May 25, 2023
- Manufacturer
- Griot's Garage
- ASIN
- B0C6C87YSB
- Best Sellers Rank
- See Top 100 in Automotive
- Item Form
- Spray
- Scent
- Citrus
- Specific Uses For Product
- Carpet
- Surface Recommendation
- Plastic
- Contains Liquid Contents?
- Yes
- Item Volume
- 19 Fluid Ounces
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Top Amazon review
↗External — Amazon's most-helpful review for context.
Wow!
I was so surprised at how this product worked on my carpet. Coffee was spilled on my living room carpet. It was about two days before I noticed it and ordered this cleaner. It did a terrific job at getting the stain out and making the carpet look very clean.