Is this window cleaner safe?

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I got a new toy and I’m wondering if this window cleaner is “reef safe” or can be sprayed on the aquarium glass and/or around the aquarium? The company told me it’s pet safe but that doesn’t always mean reef safe in my experience.

Yes I am aware I could use vinegar and water and that’s reef safe, but the vinegar damages rubber and is not recommended with my new toy.

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Here is the safety data sheet:
 

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Idk, I've always just used plain ol water to clean my glass with a wet paper towel, then a nice good buff dry with a soft towel. Looks good to me, no streaks no issues.

*edit Granted, I have a small 24" cube so I can understand wanting something better for a large tank with a lot of glass.
 

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Wet towel/dry towel has always worked well for me too.
 

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I got a new toy and I’m wondering if this window cleaner is “reef safe” or can be sprayed on the aquarium glass and/or around the aquarium? The company told me it’s pet safe but that doesn’t always mean reef safe in my experience.

Yes I am aware I could use vinegar and water and that’s reef safe, but the vinegar damages rubber and is not recommended with my new toy.

@Randy Holmes-Farley

Kearcher window cleaner
Here is the safety data sheet:
Likely ammonia based but keep it simple with a water vinegar spray solution
 

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I use regular old windex. I spray it on a paper towel and then use the paper towel on the glass. Have been doing this for decades
 
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I use regular old windex. I spray it on a paper towel and then use the paper towel on the glass. Have been doing this for decades
This might be the right idea…. Maybe I will wet a cloth and wipe it on the tank glass instead of spraying it.

@Randy Holmes-Farley any insights on if it’s reef safe?
 

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