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Better Earth Dishwasher Detergent

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Is Better Earth Dishwasher Detergent healthy?

Better Earth Dishwasher Detergent scores 94/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. Better Earth Dishwasher Detergent scores 94/100.

How does Better Earth Dishwasher Detergent compare to other dishwasher?

Better Earth Dishwasher Detergent ranks #10 of 17 dishwasher in Scout's independent rankings. The current top score in the category is Kirkland Signature UltraShine Automatic Dishwasher Detergent Lemon Citrus Scent at 100/100.

Which ingredients drive Better Earth Dishwasher Detergent's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Sodium Benzoate, Fragrance are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Better Earth Dishwasher Detergent

Scout Pick
94 Excellent
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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 0
Harmful ingredients 2
Category Dishwasher
Summary

Better Earth Dishwasher Detergent scores 94/100.

Key ingredients 6

Sodium Carbonate
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

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Sodium Citrate
Neutral

Emulsifying and buffering salt — benign at food-use levels.

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Sodium Bicarbonate
Neutral

Leavening and pH agent — benign.

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Glycerine
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

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Sodium Benzoate
Bad

Synthetic preservative that can form benzene in the presence of vitamin C.

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Fragrance
Very Bad

Synthetic fragrances can contain undisclosed chemicals that may cause skin irritation and have potential endocrine-disrupting effects. They can also contribute to indoor air pollution and are not environmentally friendly.

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