Frequently asked questions
What is OxiClean™ HD™ Laundry Detergent?
OxiClean™ HD™ Laundry Detergent is a high performance detergent designed to help lift out the toughest, dried-on stains and give you long lasting freshness. Use it in every wash for brilliant whites and vivid brights!
Is OxiClean™ HD™ Laundry Detergent a stain-fighter or pre-treater?
OxiClean™ HD™ Laundry Detergent is a powerful, stain-fighting laundry detergent. For best results, we recommend pre-treating tough stains with OxiClean™ HD™ Liquid Laundry detergent or pre-soaking them in a solution of warm water plus OxiClean™ Versatile Stain Remover prior to washing. See “How do I best remove tough stains?” for specific instructions.
How much liquid detergent should I use?
Please refer to the back of the bottle for proper dosing instructions.
Is this OxiClean™ HD™ Laundry detergent safe for colors?
Yes! Our laundry detergent is safe for colors and whites. Use it on all of your clothes to get brilliant whites and vivid brights!
What happens if I use more detergent than recommended?
Please use the amount recommended. Using more detergent should not hurt your clothes or a regular washing machine, but it can damage a HE washing machine. If you own a HE machine, it is important that you use only the amount recommended.
Can I use other OxiClean™ products in my wash? Do I still need to use other OxiClean™ products?
How do I best remove tough stains?
Will OxiClean™ HD™ Laundry Detergent help remove tough stains like wine, grass or dirt?
I had a stain that didn’t come out the first time - now what?
How is OxiClean™ HD™ Laundry Detergent different from ARM & HAMMER™ plus OxiClean™ Laundry Detergent?
OxiClean™ HD™ Laundry Detergent has more cleaning and stain removal power because it has more types of cleaners and stain fighters. OxiClean™ HD™ Laundry Detergent is designed to fight many kinds of tough, dried-on stains.
How is OxiClean™ HD™ Laundry Detergent different from OxiClean™ Versatile Stain Remover?
OxiClean™ HD™ Laundry Detergent is a detergent and is designed to be used only on laundry. It cleans, removes stains and whitens/brightens laundry. OxiClean™ Versatile Stain Remover is not designed to be used as a detergent; it is a laundry booster and is designed to be used with a laundry detergent to help boost cleaning, stain removal and whitening/brightening. OxiClean™ Versatile Stain Remover is also a versatile cleaner and can be used to clean a wide range of surfaces all around the home.
Can I use this product in an HE or non-HE machine?
The detergent works in either HE or non-HE machines. Follow directions for usage in your machine type.
What happens if I accidentally use the OxiClean™ HD™ Laundry Detergent in my dishwasher?
OxiClean™ HD™ Laundry Detergent is not designed to be used in the dishwasher. It will not clean dishes well and it will create a lot of messy foam and leave spots on dishes. However, if used accidently, dishes can be rewashed with dishwashing soap and used.
Can I use it on my carpets and other stains in my home?
OxiClean™ HD™ Laundry Detergent is only intended for washing laundry. We do not recommend using it for carpet cleaning. Instead, try OxiClean™ Versatile Stain Remover for tough stains on carpets or other surfaces around your home.
What does the “HD” mean?
HD – For a high definition clean. The detergent delivers three levels of clean to: remove dried-on stains, reveal vibrant colors, and restore radiant whites.