We believe transparency shouldn’t end at the label.
Every ingredient we use serves a purpose. No fillers, no vague terms, no greenwashed claims. Just clean, effective components – each chosen for performance, safety, and compatibility with sensitive skin.
Below, you’ll find an overview of the ingredients found in our laundry detergent and oxygen bleach formulas, along with brief explanations of what they do. This page is designed to help you understand what goes into Orchard and why.
🌱 Key Ingredients We Use
Sodium Carbonate
Also known as washing soda or soda ash. Helps remove stains and neutralize odors by raising water pH.
EWG Rating: 1 (Lowest Concern)
Sodium Percarbonate
A mineral-based bleach alternative that releases hydrogen peroxide when dissolved in water. Used for whitening, brightening, and stain-lifting.
EWG Rating: 1–2 (Low Concern)
Sodium Citrate
A biodegradable water softener that boosts cleaning performance by binding hard water minerals.
EWG Rating: 1 (Lowest Concern)
Sodium Bicarbonate
Also called baking soda. A mild alkali that helps neutralize odors and balance pH.
EWG Rating: 1 (Lowest Concern)
Alkyl Polyglucoside (APG)
A plant-derived surfactant (cleaning agent) made from sugar and fatty alcohol. Helps lift dirt and oils from fabrics.
EWG Rating: 1–2 (Low Concern)
Sodium Silicate
A stabilizer and corrosion inhibitor. Supports detergent performance and protects washing machine components.
EWG Rating: 2 (Low Concern)
Methylglycine Diacetic Acid (MGDA)
A safe, biodegradable chelating agent that improves cleaning efficiency by binding metal ions in water.
EWG Rating: Not yet rated (Structurally similar chelators rated 1–3)
Hydrated Silica
A gentle, natural mineral used as a flow agent and anti-caking ingredient.
EWG Rating: 1 (Lowest Concern)
Enzyme Blend
Targeted enzymes (e.g. amylase, protease, lipase, mannanase) that break down starches, proteins, fats, and other stain-causing substances.
EWG Rating: Varies by enzyme (typically 1–3)
Natural Fragrance (optional)
Essential oil-based scents made without synthetics. Only used in scented product variations.
EWG Rating: 1-2 (Low Hazard)
⛔️ Ingredients We Don’t Use
We exclude ingredients that may cause irritation, pose environmental concerns, or serve no necessary function in the formula. This includes:
Synthetic fragrance
Dyes or artificial colorants
Optical brighteners
Chlorine bleach
SLS/SLES (harsh surfactants)
Phosphates and phthalates
Petroleum-derived solvents
Preservatives like methylisothiazolinone (MI/MIT)
🔍 Learn More
Explore our full ingredient glossary for detailed breakdowns of each component we use. Please contact us with other questions about ingredients used on our products!