Our Story

Sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) is a crucial part of Henkel's DNA.
Henkel, the parent company of the Purex® brand, has been dedicated to sustainable
and responsible business practices for over 130 years and was recently selected by global mutual fund Portfolio 21 as one of the Top 10 Green Companies in 2010. It's this extensive knowledge and heritage that was utilized to develop the #1 natural detergent*.

What Purex® Natural Elements™ and
Purex® Complete 3-in-1™ Brands Stand For

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    Efficacy

    Every product that the Purex brand puts in the market is rigorously tested and has to adhere to strict standards. Natural Elements™ laundry detergent is no exception to this. Our natural laundry detergents have powerful plant- based cleaners that deliver the same cleaning benefits as our regular Purex detergents. Also, Purex Complete 3-in-1 Laundry Sheets are a load's worth of detergent, softener, and anti-static all in one powerful sheet.

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    Fragrance

    Using natural fragrance extracts, we created best in class scents in our detergents and fabric softeners. Our fragrances leave you with the fresh aroma of clean clothes. From the light scent of lilies to the uplifting essence of citrus, there is a scent for everyone.

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    Safety

    Purex Natural Elements formulas and the Purex Complete 3-in-1 Pure & Clean formula are hypoallergenic and free of dyes. Purex Natural Elements was the first 2x concentrated laundry product to receive recognition from the US EPA's Designed for the Environment (Dfe) program. The Dfe Safer Recognition Program makes safer products easier to identify. The program evaluates all ingredients in a product, and ensures that each is safer for people and the environment.

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    Environment

    Purex Natural Elements detergent is 95% natural and is made with plant- based surfactants. The detergent and fabric softener formulas are biodegradable**. The bottles are made from 25% or more post- consumer recycled plastic. Our latest innovation, Purex Complete 3-in-1 Laundry Sheets, reduces packaging waste by 43%*** and CO2 emissions by 67%. Purex is committed to minimizing waste without sacrificing product performance.

* Based on IRI Unit Sales of Natural Detergents 52 weeks ending June 22, 2010
** Biodegradable in 28 days (OECD 301D)
*** Detergent bottle assumption based on Purex Liquid Detergent 50oz bottle