Purina Tidy Cats Light Weight
- Cat Litter
- 6 pounds
- Clay
- Cat
- Better rated than 58%
A lighter clumping clay litter with a manufacturer odor claim, though the 6 lb jug size means frequent restocking for more than one cat.
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How it ranks among the 155 cat litter we track
4.5★ across 135 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
135 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
500+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 155 cat litter we track - how the scorecard works · full cat litter data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
A 6 lb jug of low-dust, clumping clay makes up Purina's Tidy Cats Light Weight litter, built around the brand's Tidy Lock ammonia blocker for odor control.
Purina backs the ammonia-blocking claim with a stated satisfaction process, offering a refund route if the two-week odor control doesn't hold up as described. At 6 lb, this jug is on the small side for multi-cat households, closer to a trial size or top-off jug than a primary supply.
- Lightweight clumping clay formula
- Low dust
- Tidy Lock ammonia blocker, 2-week odor claim
- Backed by a manufacturer satisfaction process
Who it's for
Cat owners who want a lighter clay litter to carry and pour, with clumping and odor control, especially for topping off or trying the formula before buying larger sizes. Multi-cat homes will likely need to reorder often at this size.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Lighter to carry and pour than standard clay litter
- Low dust formula
- Ammonia-blocking odor control backed by a satisfaction process
- 6 lb jug is small for multi-cat households
- Clay-based, not flushable or biodegradable
- No reviews yet on this specific listing
Performance notes
The granule formula clumps for scooping while the Tidy Lock ammonia blocker is aimed at controlling odor for about two weeks, backed by Purina's stated satisfaction process if that claim doesn't hold. Being clay-based, it is not flushable or biodegradable.
Specifications
| Brand | Purina |
|---|---|
| Model | 00070230171122 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 6.55 pounds |
| Item Display Weight | 6 pounds |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 6 pounds |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Clay |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 6 pounds |
| Included Components | One (1) 6 lb. Jug - Purina Tidy Cats Light Weight, Low Dust, Clumping Cat Litter, LightWeight Instant Action Multi Cat Litter |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 14 days |
| Other details | |
| Pet Type | Cat |
| Asin | B010T2BHX2 |
| Upc | 070230171115 |
| Manufacturer | Nestle Purina Pet |
| Best Sellers Rank | #13,310 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies) #158 in Cat Litter |
| Item Form | Granule |
| Model Number | 00070230171122 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 00070230171122 |
| Customer Reviews | {'ratings_count': '135', 'stars': '4.5'} |
| Target Species | Cat |
| Item Type Name | Cat Litter |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in cat litter.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purina Tidy Cats Light WeightThis product | 4.5 / 5 | 135 | 4.0 / 5 |
| Fresh Step Advanced Extreme Clump Multi Cat Clumping Litter with Febreze FreshnessFresh | 4.7 / 5 | 20,600 | 4.6 / 5 |
| ARM & HAMMER Clump & Seal SLIDE Platinum Multi-Cat Clumping Cat LitterARM | 4.6 / 5 | 19,800 | 4.6 / 5 |
| PetSafe ScoopFree 4.3 lb BagsPetSafe | 4.5 / 5 | 45,300 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Cat's Pride Premium Lightweight Clumping Litter: Pure & FreshCat's | 4.5 / 5 | 18,600 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the Purina 00070230171122
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
How long does Tidy Cats Light Weight control odor?
Purina states the Tidy Lock ammonia blocker prevents ammonia odor for 2 weeks.
What size does this jug come in?
This listing is the 6 lb jug size.
Is this litter flushable?
No, it's a clay-based litter, which is not flushable or biodegradable.