Seventh Generation · Period Care
Seventh Generation Tampons with Comfort Applicator
Lower concern, but brand discloses nothing about PFAS sourcing.
Seventh Generation tampons use organic cotton and cardboard, inherently lower-risk materials. Brand makes no PFAS claims or disclosures; third-party testing data unavailable.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
organic cotton, cardboard applicator
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Seventh Generation Tampons Applicator is made of, ingredients and materials
Seventh Generation Tampons use certified organic cotton for the absorbent core, meaning pesticide residues from conventional cotton farming are not present in the fiber itself. The cardboard applicator is a minimal-concern material compared to plastic applicators, as it does not leach synthetic compounds and biodegrades. Organic certification does not address post-harvest processing chemicals (bleach, dyes, or finishes), which can remain in the finished product even if the raw cotton was grown without pesticides.
What’s concerning
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement from the brand about PFAS in this product.
Bleaching agents and processing residues
Organic cotton tampons are still bleached and processed after harvest. Elemental chlorine bleaching or chlorine dioxide can leave trace residues; no public data exists on Seventh Generation's specific bleaching method or final residue levels in this product.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Heavy metals
Seventh Generation does not market dyed tampons in this product line (tampons are typically undyed or minimally colored). No reports of heavy metal contamination in this brand's tampons are on record.
Source, FDA ↗Microbial contamination or growth
Tampons are single-use, sterile-packaged products; risk of bacterial growth during use is related to wear time and hygiene practice, not material defect. No product-specific contamination recalls are documented for this brand.
Fragrance allergens or added scents
Seventh Generation Tampons with Comfort Applicator are unscented. No fragrance chemicals or allergen-prone additives are listed or disclosed for this product.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Organic cotton and cardboard applicators do not typically require antimicrobial or formaldehyde-releasing finishes. No such additives are listed on the product label or brand disclosures for this tampon.
Source, ATSDR ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Seventh Generation markets itself as a sustainability-focused brand and publishes ingredient transparency on product labels and websites. The brand does not prominently disclose PFAS testing or intentional PFAS sourcing policies; this silence is notable given that some period-care products have been documented to contain PFAS in absorbent materials. Seventh Generation holds certifications including B Corp and is generally recognized for environmental and social responsibility messaging, though independent verification of all chemical claims is limited.
How it compares in its category
Organic cotton tampons with cardboard applicators are among the lower-chemical-concern options in the period-care market compared to conventional cotton tampons with plastic applicators or synthetic rayon blends. Many conventional tampons do not disclose pesticide use or post-harvest processing agents; Seventh Generation's organic certification is a meaningful differentiator. However, few brands in this category publish third-party PFAS or heavy-metal testing, so relative safety claims must remain qualified.
If you buy it
Use tampons as directed on the package and replace every 4-8 hours to reduce infection risk; applicator material (cardboard) does not require special handling. Store in a dry place; moisture can promote mold growth on cardboard applicators. Discontinue use if irritation, allergic reaction, or unusual odor occurs. If switching from another brand, introduce gradually over one cycle to monitor for any sensitivity to the organic cotton or processing changes.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 72% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Seventh Generation has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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