Toothpastes
by Crest
Contains 3 flagged ingredients
Toothpastes by Crest receives a safety score of 65/100 based on ingredient analysis using FDA Substances Added to Food (SAFFA) data and CSPI Chemical Cuisine ratings. The product contains 3 ingredients that have been flagged for potential safety concerns by regulatory or consumer advocacy databases. Product label data is sourced from the OpenFoodFacts collaborative database. See the full ingredient breakdown and safety assessment below.
What the Data Says About
Toothpastes by Crest carries a composite safety score of 65/100, which we classify as "Concern" on our four-tier shelf-label framework. The score is computed by mapping each labeled ingredient against FDA Substances Added to Food (SAFFA) regulatory status and CSPI Chemical Cuisine classifications, then penalizing the overall product for each additive rated as caution-or-worse. Product data originates from the OpenFoodFacts collaborative catalog; safety annotations come from federal regulators and the Center for Science in the Public Interest.
Our scan identified 3 flagged ingredients in this product — components that at least one official source has classified as requiring caution, targeted avoidance, or further evaluation. Flagged ingredients are the items most likely to surface in FDA inspection findings, state-level ingredient bans, or outbreak-related recall notices, so the per-ingredient breakdown below is the most useful lens for anyone screening this product for a specific dietary concern.
A NOVA processing classification is not available for this product in the OpenFoodFacts snapshot we use. NOVA captures processing intensity separately from additive safety, and where both are available the combined view is more informative than either alone for households tracking ultra-processed food intake or ingredient-level exposure.
Safety Profile at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| PlainFoodSafe Score | 65/100 | FDA SAFFA + CSPI composite |
| Flagged ingredients | 3 | CSPI/FDA review |
| NOVA processing group | Not classified | OpenFoodFacts |
| Nutri-Score | Not available | OpenFoodFacts |
Composite metric derived from FDA SAFFA, CSPI Chemical Cuisine, OpenFoodFacts. See methodology.
Ingredient Safety Analysis
Full Ingredient List
Stannous fluoride 0.454%.. (0.14% w/v fluoride ion) • Uses aids in the prevention of cavities ⚫helps prevent gingivitis • Purposes ...Anticavity, antigingivitis, antisensitivity toothpaste Drug Facts (continued) persists or worsens. Sensitive teeth may indicate a serious problem that may need prompt care. Keep out of reach of children. If more than used for brushing is accidentally swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. helps interfere with the harmful effects of plaque associated with Directions gingivitis •helps control plaque bacteria that contribute to the development of gingivitis builds increasing protection against painful sensitivity of the teeth to cold, heat, acids, sweets or contact. Warnings When using this product do not use for sensitivity longer than four weeks unless recommended by a dentist. Stop use and ask a dentist if the sensitivity problem ⚫adults and children 12 yrs. of age & older: apply at least a 1-inch strip of the product onto a soft bristle toothbrush. Brush teeth thoroughly for at least 1 minute twice a day (morning and evening) or as recommended by a dentist. Make sure to brush all sensitive areas of the teeth. ⚫ do not swallow ⚫ children under 12 yrs. of age: ask a dentist Other information •products containing stannous fluoride may produce surface staining of the teeth Drug Facts (continued) O adequate toothbrushing may prevent these stains which are not harmful or permanent and may be removed by your dentist this Crest is specially formulated to help prevent staining •see your dentist regularly Inactive ingredients water, sorbitol, hydrated silica, sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium gluconate, flavor, carrageenan, sodium citrate, xanthan gum, zinc citrate, sodium saccharin, sodium hydroxide, stannous chloride, sucralose, titanium dioxide Questions? 1-800-492-7378 www.pg.com www.crest.com CINCINNATI, OH 45202 2024 P&G Patents: www.pg.com/patents P&G DISTR. BY PROCTER & GAMBLE, 0 30772 16055 8
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Data Sources
Data as of 2025. Source: OpenFoodFacts, FDA SAFFA, CSPI Chemical Cuisine.
Product data from OpenFoodFacts (ODbL). Ingredient safety ratings from FDA SAFFA and CSPI Chemical Cuisine. See our methodology for details.
This information is for reference only and does not constitute dietary or medical advice.
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