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Febreze is a brand of household odor eliminator manufactured by Procter & Gamble, sold in North America, Asia and Europe.[1] First introduced in test markets in 1996, the product has been sold in the United States since June 1998, and the line has since branched out to include air fresheners (Air Effects), fabric refreshers, plug-in oils (NOTICEables), Scentstories (scented music discs), and odor eliminating candles. [1]
Ingredients
The product's active ingredient is cyclodextrin, which is a type of modified starch having a shape similar to a donut. The manufacturer claims that molecules of this starch bind hydrophobic compounds within the donut shape,[2] thus retaining malodorous molecules so that they are no longer detected as a scent.
Risks
The product should not be used in a space housing pet birds, as birds are highly sensitive to many airborne chemicals.
The product is not safe to eat or to allow into contact with eyes.
The ASPCA has stated that the product, when used as directed by the manufacturer, is safe to use in households with dogs and cats and probably safe to use in households with ferrets, rabbits and rodents.[3],[4]
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