The Best Non-Toxic Toothpaste of 2026
34 of the 35 toothpaste products PFAS Authority has graded reach its 70 point pass mark for PFAS and other toxins, 97.1% of the category, as of November 2026, and 1 scores below it. The highest graded is Tom's of Maine Tom’s of Maine Antiplaque and Whitening Fluoride Free Toothpaste, Peppermint, 2 Pack, 4.5 Oz at 100 out of 100.
Every grade below is built from published materials, ingredient lists, certifications and brand disclosures, scored on one public rubric and ranked best-graded first. Each score links to the full breakdown of what earned it, and the numbers across the whole dataset are published too.
Is toothpaste non-toxic?
34 of the 35 toothpaste products we graded clear our screen and 1 do not. Non-toxic is not a defined or regulated term, so what we can tell you is what our graders recorded. Beyond PFAS, the hazards found or left unruled-out on toothpaste products in this category are undisclosed fragrance, 1,4-dioxane, artificial dyes, BPA and bisphenols. The highest graded here is Tom's of Maine Tom’s of Maine Antiplaque and Whitening Fluoride Free Toothpaste, Peppermint, 2 Pack, 4.5 Oz at 100 out of 100.
Quick picks
Best overall
Tom's of Maine Tom’s of Maine Antiplaque and Whitening Fluoride Free Toothpaste, Peppermint, 2 Pack, 4.5 OzHighest PFAS grade in the category
100 Excellent
A second brand to consider
Dr. Bronner's All-One Toothpaste PeppermintThe best grade here from a brand other than the winner
85 Excellent
Why Tom's of Maine Tom’s of Maine Antiplaque and wins, and what it beats
Every grade on this page is one sum. A category starts from a baseline, each disclosed material or coating adds risk points, and each thing the brand or a third party has published takes them away. Below is that sum for the winner, then for 1 product it beats, so you can see exactly where the 25 points between the top and the bottom of this toothpaste ranking come from.
The winner
Made of toothpaste base, mineral silica, essential oils.
- +20Category baseline. The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
- -10Base material not linked to PFAS. The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
- -30Third-party PFAS-free verification. A third party reports verifying this product as PFAS-free.
What the grade does not fix. Nothing specific to this product adds risk, so what remains is the category baseline that every product here starts from, and our graders recorded 2 other hazards on it. See the full breakdown.
What it beats, and why
What puts it behind. No PFAS disclosure, +15 points. No public statement from the brand about PFAS in this product. The winner carries no such factor.
Made of aqueous gel toothpaste (typical glycerin, silica, sodium fluoride base).
- +20Category baseline
- +15No PFAS disclosure
- -10Base material not linked to PFAS
25risk points, a grade of 75
No product on this page was physically tested by us. Every number above comes from published materials, ingredient and coating disclosures, certifications and brand statements, scored on one public rubric. Formulations change without notice, so check the current product listing before buying.
What to watch for in toothpaste
Beyond the PFAS grade, these are the things our graders recorded on the 35 toothpaste products in this category. We assess from materials, brand statements and published research. We do not lab-test.
- Undisclosed fragrance
A single word on a label that can stand for dozens of undeclared ingredients, protected as trade secret.
Found on 2 of these toothpaste products. Plausible but unconfirmed on 23 more, meaning nobody has ruled it out. FDA
- 1,4-dioxane
A contaminant created during manufacturing rather than added, so it never appears on an ingredient list.
Plausible but unconfirmed on 2 more, meaning nobody has ruled it out. EPA
- Artificial dyes
Synthetic colours added to food, cosmetics and textiles, most of them petroleum derived.
Plausible but unconfirmed on 1 more, meaning nobody has ruled it out. FDA
- BPA and bisphenols
Chemicals that harden plastic and line metal cans, and the replacements sold as BPA-free.
Plausible but unconfirmed on 1 more, meaning nobody has ruled it out. NIEHS
The safest toothpaste we graded, lowest PFAS risk first
- 1
Third-party verified
Tom's of Maine
Tom’s of Maine Antiplaque and Whitening Fluoride Free Toothpaste, Peppermint, 2 Pack, 4.5 Oz
100ExcellentPFAS grade✓ MADE SAFE- toothpaste base, mineral silica, essential oils
- The brand calls it PFAS-free, which we have not verified
- Heavy metals
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- 2
- water, saponified oils, essential oils, minerals
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Fragrance/essential oil sensitization (peppermint)
- 3
- fluoride, glycerin, sorbitol, silica, cellulose gum
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Fluoride ingestion toxicity
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- 4
- silica, calcium carbonate, sorbitol, sodium fluoride, cellulose
- Fluoride systemic dose (ingestion risk)
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- 5
- Aqueous toothpaste with fluoride, silica abrasive, glycerin, sorbitol
- Fluoride ingestion (developmental concern in young children)
4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- 6
- fluoride active ingredient in aqueous paste base
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Fluoride toxicity (ingestion)
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- 7
- aqua, sorbitol, calcium carbonate, fluoride, silica, xylitol, mint flavoring
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Fragrance allergens (mint)
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- 8
- fluoride toothpaste, glycerin base, silica abrasive
- Fragrance allergens or undisclosed sensitizers
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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- The brand calls it PFAS-free, which we have not verified
- Heavy metals
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Every toothpaste that passes, side by side
Sorted by score. A higher score means lower PFAS risk.
| # | Toothpaste | Score | Rating | Made of | Key concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tom's of Maine Tom’s of Maine Antiplaque and Whitening Fluoride Free Toothpaste, Peppermint, 2 Pack, 4.5 Oz | 100 | Excellent | toothpaste base, mineral silica, essential oils | Heavy metals |
| 2 | Dr. Bronner's All-One Toothpaste Peppermint | 85 | Excellent | water, saponified oils, essential oils, minerals | Fragrance/essential oil sensitization (peppermint) |
| 3 | Biotene Dry Mouth Fluoride Toothpaste | 85 | Excellent | fluoride, glycerin, sorbitol, silica, cellulose gum | Fluoride ingestion toxicity |
| 4 | Colgate Total Toothpaste | 85 | Excellent | silica, calcium carbonate, sorbitol, sodium fluoride, cellulose | Fluoride systemic dose (ingestion risk) |
| 5 | Crest Pro-Health Advanced Sensitivity Relief Toothpaste | 85 | Excellent | Aqueous toothpaste with fluoride, silica abrasive, glycerin, sorbitol | Fluoride ingestion (developmental concern in young children) |
| 6 | Parodontax Daily Fluoride Cooling Mint Toothpaste | 85 | Excellent | fluoride active ingredient in aqueous paste base | Fluoride toxicity (ingestion) |
| 7 | Tom's of Maine Simply White Clean Mint Fluoride Toothpaste | 85 | Excellent | aqua, sorbitol, calcium carbonate, fluoride, silica, xylitol, mint flavoring | Fragrance allergens (mint) |
| 8 | Crest 3D White Advanced Toothpaste | 85 | Excellent | fluoride toothpaste, glycerin base, silica abrasive | Fragrance allergens or undisclosed sensitizers |
The verdict on toothpaste
Tom's of Maine Tom’s of Maine Antiplaque and Whitening Fluoride Free Toothpaste, Peppermint, 2 Pack, 4.5 Oz grades 100 out of 100, the highest here. It is toothpaste base, mineral silica, essential oils. The brand calls it PFAS-free, which we have not verified.
Choose Dr. Bronner's All-One Toothpaste Peppermint instead if you want a second option at 85 out of 100, water, saponified oils, essential oils, minerals.
We hold no price data, so nothing here is a budget recommendation. Grades are model-based assessments from published materials and disclosures, not laboratory tests.
The toothpaste we would skip
Lowest scoring in this category, worst first, with the reason.
- 65Good
- 75Sensodyne Repair and Protect Toothpaste, Fluoride for Sensitive Teeth, Mint Flavor, 3.4ozExcellent
Fragrance allergens
- 75Colgate Cavity Protection Fluoride Toothpaste, Great Regular Mint Flavor, 3 Pack, 6 ozExcellent
Fluoride toxicity (systemic, from ingestion)
What we check on toothpaste
- Confirmed PFAS, PTFE or fluoropolymer content, which is the heaviest penalty we apply.
- Stain, water or grease resistant treatments, which usually mean fluorinated chemistry.
- Whether the brand discloses what is in the product, or stays silent behind a “clean” claim.
- Independent lab results and certifications where they exist.
Full point-by-point rubric on the methodology page.
The toothpaste brands we found no PFAS statement from
We found no PFAS statement from 5 of the brands here. That is our research, not proof a brand has never said anything, and it is not evidence of harm. It is why none of them score well on disclosure.
Biotene, Dr. Bronner's, Parodontax, Sensodyne, Tom's of Maine.
The brands that have published something, and what each of them actually said, are in our record of what every brand has said about PFAS.
Common questions about PFAS in toothpaste
Is toothpaste PFAS free?
34 of the 35 toothpaste products PFAS Authority has graded reach its 70 point pass mark for PFAS and other toxins, 97.1% of the category, as of November 2026, and 1 scores below it. The highest graded is Tom's of Maine Tom’s of Maine Antiplaque and Whitening Fluoride Free Toothpaste, Peppermint, 2 Pack, 4.5 Oz at 100 out of 100. The lowest graded is Sensodyne Toothpaste Sensitivity Gum and Enamel Fluoride, Mint Flavor, 3.4 oz at 65 out of 100.
Is toothpaste non-toxic?
34 of the 35 toothpaste products we graded clear our screen and 1 do not. Non-toxic is not a defined or regulated term, so what we can tell you is what our graders recorded. Beyond PFAS, the hazards found or left unruled-out on toothpaste products in this category are undisclosed fragrance, 1,4-dioxane, artificial dyes, BPA and bisphenols. The highest graded here is Tom's of Maine Tom’s of Maine Antiplaque and Whitening Fluoride Free Toothpaste, Peppermint, 2 Pack, 4.5 Oz at 100 out of 100.
What is the safest toothpaste to buy?
On our grades, Tom's of Maine Tom’s of Maine Antiplaque and Whitening Fluoride Free Toothpaste, Peppermint, 2 Pack, 4.5 Oz at 100 out of 100, which we band as Excellent. Then Dr. Bronner's All-One Toothpaste Peppermint at 85. These are model-based assessments from published materials, ingredient lists, certifications and disclosures, not laboratory tests, so treat them as the lowest risk we can evidence rather than a safety guarantee.
Which toothpaste grades best for PFAS?
Tom's of Maine Tom’s of Maine Antiplaque and Whitening Fluoride Free Toothpaste, Peppermint, 2 Pack, 4.5 Oz, at 100 out of 100, which we band as Excellent. It is toothpaste base, mineral silica, essential oils. The runner up is Dr. Bronner's All-One Toothpaste Peppermint at 85.
Which toothpaste should I avoid?
The three lowest scoring we hold are Sensodyne Toothpaste Sensitivity Gum and Enamel Fluoride, Mint Flavor, 3.4 oz at 65, Sensodyne Repair and Protect Toothpaste, Fluoride for Sensitive Teeth, Mint Flavor, 3.4oz at 75, Colgate Cavity Protection Fluoride Toothpaste, Great Regular Mint Flavor, 3 Pack, 6 oz at 75. The problem with the first is that lower PFAS concern for toothpaste itself; aluminum tube risk remains unaddressed.
Which toothpaste brands have not published a PFAS statement?
We found no PFAS statement from 5 of the brands we scored in this category, including Biotene, Dr. Bronner's, Parodontax, Sensodyne, Tom's of Maine. That is what our research turned up, not proof a brand has never said anything, and a missing statement is not evidence of harm. It is the reason those brands cannot score well on disclosure.
Do you lab test toothpaste?
No. We score from published ingredient lists, materials, certifications, disclosures and third party lab results where they exist. Where a product has been independently tested we use that result and say so.
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