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Prices may varyHealth score is for adult use as intended, per the manufacturer's SDS. It does not model child ingestion, accidental spill cleanup, or off-label use. See the safety panel below for full hazard classification, and /disclaimer for the full editorial scope.
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.
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Translated from the manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet, Section 2
The H319 (eye irritation Cat 2A) product-level classification, confirmed in SDS §2, is the chemistry basis for eye protection being appropriate when handling or applying this product near the face.
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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Only when: splash risk · prolonged use
Translated from the manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet, Section 8
SDS Section 8 calls for chemical-resistant gloves and notes barrier creams for repeated skin regeneration, but SDS Section 11 states the product shall not be classified as corrosive or irritant to skin and Section 2 carries no product-level skin hazard code. This is a splash/prolonged-contact precaution from Section 8, not a mixture-level skin hazard.
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Only when: in enclosed space · prolonged use
Translated from the manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet, Section 8
SDS Section 8 states respiratory protection is needed only 'in case of inadequate ventilation,' and Section 2 carries no inhalation hazard code (no H335, no STOT classification). The squeeze-bottle format is applied to a cloth rather than sprayed, so this reflects the Section 8 ventilation-dependent boilerplate, not a mixture-level inhalation hazard.
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No PPE specified in published sources for ventilation. Absence does not imply “not needed” — consult the full Safety Data Sheet.
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Scope of these PPE tiers. The tiers on this page translate the product's Safety Data Sheet where one is published, plus its ingredient chemistry, into a comparable rating. They describe a formulation, not a situation: a tier is not a safety determination for any specific user, task, quantity, or environment. The manufacturer's label and use instructions govern how the product is handled. Where the product is used at work, the employer's PPE program and hazard assessment under 29 CFR 1910.132 decide what protection is selected, not this page.
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This product ranks #4 of 10 in Leather Cleaner.Three above it ↓
Last reviewed August 1, 2026
TL;DR Handles routine leather maintenance reliably; body oils on the steering wheel and bolsters lift in a single pass, but set-in denim transfer sitting for weeks is out of scope. It is a mild, water-based formula with an H319 (eye irritation) classification that makes eye protection appropriate near the face, and, unlike some sibling Lexol cleaners, this SKU's current SDS carries no California Prop 65 warning.
Squeeze the cleaner onto a microfiber cloth, work it into the leather with light agitation, and wipe clean; a full interior takes 15-20 minutes. Body oils, steering wheel grime, and surface dust lift in a single pass without stripping standard OEM leather in monthly use, and the "no waxes, oils, or additives" formula wipes off without a tacky film. Community threads from 2020-2025 name Lexol the default-safe maintenance choice, with no widespread color-lift or cracking reports on factory-dyed leather. Heavy staining and set-in dye transfer are out of scope; follow with a leather conditioner if conditioning is part of the routine.
Buy it for monthly maintenance on a well-kept interior; Lexol's long track record makes it a safe first choice for leather, vinyl, and finished leather goods, and the small 8 oz bottle is a low-commitment way to try it. Skip it if you are removing months-old denim staining from light-colored nappa, where a dedicated foaming cleaner delivers more power per pass. For deep conditioning, pair it with a stand-alone conditioner.
WARNING signal word; the H319 (eye irritation Cat 2A) classification, confirmed in SDS §2, is the chemistry basis for eye protection being appropriate during application near the face. No skin or inhalation classification appears at the product level, and the squeeze-bottle format applied to a cloth keeps mist exposure negligible. This SKU's SDS lists trace 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide only as ethoxylation process residues, not a mandated warning, so it carries no printed Prop 65 warning. Aqueous formula, near-neutral pH, no aquatic toxicity classification in the product GHS profile, no PFAS.
No. This 8 oz Original Formula SKU is set with no Prop 65 warning: the current SDS §15 lists 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide only as trace ethoxylation byproducts of the surfactant system, which is an inventory-level disclosure rather than a mandated product-level warning, and the retail listing shows no printed warning. That contrasts with some other Lexol cleaners built on an older SDS lineage that did carry the warning, so check the specific bottle you buy.
Yes, with the right technique. Squeeze the cleaner onto a microfiber cloth first, then work it into the seat rather than applying directly, which prevents liquid from pooling in the perforations. The squeeze-bottle format makes amount control easier than a trigger spray. Community threads consistently report safe use on perforated automotive leather when the product is applied via cloth and wiped promptly.
For fresh, light denim transfer it helps with moderate agitation, but set-in dye transfer that has been sitting for weeks is outside this cleaner's reliable scope. Community reports document that several passes may be needed and that a dedicated foaming leather cleaner is more effective for heavy staining. Use this product for regular maintenance to keep body oils and grime from becoming set-in the first place.
The SDS §9 lists pH 6 to 8, which spans mildly acidic to mildly alkaline. Leather's natural pH sits around 4.5 to 5.0, so the upper bound of 8.0 is at the edge of the ideal working range. In practice the near-neutral formula cleans finished automotive leather without a documented pattern of drying or color lift, but it should be used as directed and not left to dwell on the surface for long periods.
Lexol's original directions mention rinsing, but most automotive detailers wipe the surface dry with a clean microfiber instead of doing a water rinse, which is the common practice cited in community threads and does not hurt cleaning results. For complete care, follow with a leather conditioner as the second step once the surface is clean and dry.
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