Yes, Cleaning Products Can Expire. Here’s What That Really Means

Yes, Cleaning Products Can Expire. Here’s What That Really Means
If your cleaners are past their prime, follow these steps to dispose of them safely. Digital Vision
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If you look closely at your cleaning supplies, you'll notice that many of them are printed with an expiration date. But if we’re being honest, most of us likely don’t check this fine print. The next time you’re embarking on a big cleaning spree, check the expiration date or manufacture date on that bottle of bleach, cleaning spray, and dishwashing liquid you’ve had stashed in the cabinet for years.

If you find they are past their prime, follow the steps below to dispose of them safely.

Do Cleaning Products Expire?

In short, yes, cleaning products can expire.
Katie Holdefehr, RealSimple.com
Katie Holdefehr, RealSimple.com
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