Method Laundry Detergent, Concentrated
Scanned July 2026 · cleaning · high confidence
- Method Laundry Detergent, Concentrated scores 58 out of 100 — grade B- on the GreenSpecs five-signal analysis, scanned July 2026.
- Certifications found on the label: B Corp Certified.
- Signal breakdown (each of 20): claims 8, certifications 8, packaging 10, ingredients 16, supply chain 16.
The real story
Method uses plant-derived surfactants and is a B Corp, showing company-wide dedication, though ingredient disclosure could still go deeper.
A solid plant-based pick, with room to grow.
How do the five signals break down?
| Claims and disclosure | 8 / 20 |
| Certifications | 8 / 20 |
| Packaging lifecycle | 10 / 20 |
| Ingredient impact | 16 / 20 |
| Supply chain | 16 / 20 |
Each signal is worth 20 points — the method is public at how we score.
What is on the label?
Primary claim: "plant based"
What the claims cover
- B Corp Certified
What is still missing
- More detailed ingredient sourcing is still developing.
Worth knowing
- Method is a B Corp, which means the whole company is working to be better, not just this bottle — that's a genuine win.
Where the footprint lives
Scope 3 — the supply chain: The majority of the footprint comes from raw material sourcing and manufacturing, which Method is working to measure.
Most of a product's emissions sit upstream in Scope 3 — the scope breakdown explains why that decides the score.
Smart swaps and tips
- EPA Safer Choice is the cert that actually means something for cleaning products.
- Powder detergents in cardboard cut plastic entirely — Meliora or Blueland are great.
People and health
Social: As a B Corp, Method is audited on worker treatment and community impact, a good sign.
Health: Uses plant-derived surfactants and avoids optical brighteners, making it a cleaner choice.
Numbers from a scan of the real label, July 2026. Holding this product — or its shelf neighbor? Scan it and compare the five signals side by side. New to the method? Start with the rules of thumb.