Name: Colgate PerioGard SF Gum Care Toothpaste
Brand: Colgate
SKU: 214658
Availability: InStock
Rating: 48 (1 reviews)

Colgate PerioGard SF Gum Care Toothpaste

Colgate-Palmolive Co

/100

Lab tested

No

Harmful ingredients

8

Why this score

Health & safetyFormulation safety pillar (19.099999999999998/100, 55% weight)
Not lab testedNo indexed lab report (-6)

What's inside

Titanium Dioxide

Potential inhalation toxicity as nanoparticle, possible genotoxicity concerns, regulatory restrictions in some jurisdictions for food use

Stannous Fluoride

Gastrointestinal irritation if ingested, staining of teeth, metallic taste, not food-approved for ingestion

Sodium Saccharin

Potential allergenic reactions, controversies about carcinogenicity though low risk at approved levels, not metabolized by body

Sucralose

Possible gut microbiota alterations, potential digestive discomfort at high doses, heat instability leading to breakdown products

Aroma

Potential irritant or sensitizer depending on compounds, lack of transparency, possible presence of solvents or trace contaminants

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate

Skin irritation, eye irritation, potential sensitization with prolonged or repeated exposure, mucous membrane irritation

Cellulose gum

None at typical consumption levels, possible mild gastrointestinal discomfort in sensitive individuals

Xanthan Gum

Mild gastrointestinal discomfort at high intake, potential for allergic reactions in sensitive individuals

Citric acid

Acidity regulator, preservative, enhances flavor balance

Hydrated Silica

Effective mild abrasive for stain removal, anti-caking agent, chemically stable and non-toxic at typical use concentrations

PEG-12

Enhances solubilization of oils and fragrances, improves product texture and stability, generally low irritation compared to harsh surfactants

Tetrasodium Pyrophosphate

Improves whipping stability and texture in food formulations

Aqua

Widely used as a non-toxic solvent and carrier

Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Mild cleansing, foaming, conditioning, and detangling properties

Glycerin

Moisturizing agent, humectant properties, enhances texture in formulations

Microcrystalline Cellulose

Provides texture, bulking, and stability in solid dosage forms, non-caloric filler

Sodium Citrate Dihydrate

Effective buffering agent, chelating agent that enhances cleaning efficacy, biodegradable, low toxicity

Sorbitol

Low-calorie sweetener, humectant properties to retain moisture

Zinc Phosphate Tetrahydrate

Corrosion inhibition in coatings, dental material component providing mechanical strength

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Fluoride

SLS (Sodium Lauryl Sulfate)