Comprehensive Report on Radius Fluoride-Free Organic Toothpaste Testing Results

by

Published March 25, 2025 — Tuesday

A Message from Tamara Rubin:

Recently, our community at Lead Safe Mama, LLC conducted independent, third-party laboratory testing on the Radius brand Fluoride-free Organic Toothpaste, available in Coconut Banana flavor (pictured above). The results revealed detectable levels of Lead, Cadmium, and Arsenic. This testing was community-funded and aimed at providing transparent information about product safety. Below, you will find the shareable social media graphic showcasing these findings, along with the full laboratory report for your review. As with all our articles, the complete original report is linked at the bottom of this page.

The tested product is positioned on our comparative toxicity chart (above, near the top), falling between categories A and B based on the amount of Lead detected. Many community members anticipated (and hoped) that this toothpaste would test as non-detect for heavy metals, given its marketing and branding. However, the findings indicate a significant discrepancy between marketing promises and actual toxicant levels. While this product contained the lowest amount of Lead among those tested so far, it still poses health concerns.

Important considerations:

  • All federal health agencies agree that there is no safe level of Lead exposure, especially for vulnerable groups such as pregnant women and children.
  • Serving size is irrelevant when discussing toxicants like Lead, Cadmium, and Mercury, as even minute amounts are hazardous.
  • Heavy metals bioaccumulate in the human body over time, leading to chronic health issues with repeated exposure.
  • Using a contaminated product multiple times daily over extended periods increases health risks significantly.
  • Oral absorption pathways in products like toothpaste make these risks even more concerning.

To understand the implications of these levels, consult our earlier articles and the latest updated comparative toxicity chart linked on this page. Remember, the levels found in this toothpaste are 100% LEGAL under current regulations because fluoride-free toothpaste is classified as a cosmetic product by the FDA. Legally, cosmetics can contain up to 10,000 ppb (parts per billion) of Lead, which is equivalent to 10 ppm (parts per million). Washington State’s recent Toxic-Free Cosmetic Act restricts Lead to a maximum of 1,000 ppb (1 ppm). Since the detected levels are below these thresholds, the product is considered compliant with existing standards.

However, legality does not equate to safety. The current standards are primarily designed to shield manufacturers from liability rather than to protect human health. We advocate for stronger regulations, especially for products marketed toward children or pregnant women. To contribute to change, we are supporting the FDA by submitting detailed reports via their online complaint form, urging the agency to revise and lower permissible toxicant levels in personal care products.

If your child has been using this toothpaste and you are concerned about potential heavy metal exposure, it’s advisable to cease use immediately. For safer alternatives, we have identified at least five products that tested non-detect for Lead, Cadmium, Mercury, and Arsenic, which are listed below. Consider consulting your healthcare provider about testing your child’s blood Lead levels to establish a baseline or rule out exposure. Blood tests may not detect low-level, chronic exposure from sources like toothpaste; thus, a comprehensive heavy metals panel might be more informative.

Most medical professionals only recommend action when blood Lead levels reach 3.5 micrograms per deciliter or higher. Nevertheless, research indicates that even lower levels can cause lifelong health impairments. It’s also important to note that many standard blood Lead tests have detection thresholds around 3.3 micrograms per deciliter, potentially missing lower but still harmful exposures.

To report concerns or test results, you can file complaints with the FDA through their official site. Personally, I would not allow my children to use this product due to the potential health risks associated with Lead exposure.

If you are interested in detox protocols to mitigate heavy metal accumulation, please refer to our dedicated article linked here. Be cautious of detox products or treatments that promise quick fixes; many are ineffective or can even cause additional exposure. Proper guidance from a healthcare professional is essential.

The full lab report for this product is available at the bottom of this article.

For additional resources, our food and supplement testing pages contain lists of safer options confirmed by independent lab testing. You can bookmark and revisit these pages periodically for updated information. Also, explore our comprehensive database of all lab reports from our independent testing efforts since March 2024, accessible via the link below. Supporting our work through donations or sharing our findings helps us continue advocating for safer consumer products and childhood lead poisoning prevention.

For newcomers to the Lead Safe Mama website:

  • Tamara Rubin is a nationally recognized advocate for childhood Lead poisoning prevention, an award-winning documentary filmmaker, and a mother of children affected by Lead poisoning.
  • She operates Lead Safe Mama, LLC, a woman-owned small business dedicated to community-driven consumer safety and Lead poisoning prevention.
  • Since July 2022, her organization has contributed to six product recalls initiated by the FDA and CPSC.
  • All test results published are scientifically accurate and reproducible. For media coverage and more, visit our press page linked here.

This is an ad-free article.

Advertising and affiliate income support our independent testing and advocacy efforts. To support our work further, consider making a contribution via the link provided.

List of Safer Tested Products (Foods, Supplements, Cosmetics)

Below is an expanding list of items that have tested non-detect for Lead, Mercury, Cadmium, and Arsenic through independent, community-funded laboratory testing. The detection limits are specified in each product’s report. To access the full report, search for the brand name on our website. Flavors tested are indicated; other variants may not be tested or may have different results. Test results are specific to each listed product.

Updated March 19, 2025 — Now 61 products in total!

  1. Baby Food — 1: Little Spoon Kale, Carrot + Pear BabyBlends
  2. Baby Food — 2: Little Spoon Butternut Squash + Blueberry BabyBlends
  3. Baby Food — 3: Little Spoon Sweet Potato BabyBlends
  4. Baby Food — 4: Little Spoon Sweet Potato + Carrot BabyBlends
  5. Baby Food — 5: Little Spoon Banana + Pitaya BabyBlends
  6. Beverage — 1: Honest Kids Organic Appley Ever After Apple Juice Drink: https://amzn.to/4fjGhov
  7. Beverage — 2: Olipop Grape Tonic: https://amzn.to/4cjFYZu
  8. Breakfast Item — 1: Nature’s Path Envirokidz Organic Panda Puffs: https://amzn.to/4fo1crf
  9. Breakfast Item — 2: One Degree Organic, Gluten-Free, Sprouted Rolled Oats (Canada): https://amzn.to/3WIQ1BN
  10. Candy —: Lindt White Chocolate Bar (Made in USA, New Hampshire): https://amzn.to/3OXkyIm
  11. Candy —: Cavendish & Harvey Wild Berry Drops, non-organic (Germany): https://amzn.to/3Z1Jxjr
  12. Coffee & Tea — 1: Chameleon Handcrafted Organic Cold Brew Concentrate: https://amzn.to/3OcrH77
  13. Coffee & Tea — 2: Tao of Tea Organic Genmaicha (Japan, sold by a Portland-based company): https://amzn.to/3Dp8Fsd
  14. Coffee & Tea — 3: Califia Farms Almond Latte Cold Brew (XX Espresso): https://amzn.to/4gTTGoJ
  15. Coffee & Tea — 4: Death Wish Organic Espresso Roast Ground Coffee: https://amzn.to/3yo1eiL
  16. Coffee Creamer — Plant-Based: Laird Superfood Coconut Creamer: https://amzn.to/4fItA7A
  17. Coffee Creamer — Dairy: Organic Valley Grassmilk Half and Half: https://amzn.to/4fHJIWT
  18. Dairy, Cheese: Babybel Mini Original Snack Cheese: https://amzn.to/3ZY5noO
  19. Fruit Snack — 1: GoGo Squeez Organic Apple Sauce Pouch: https://amzn.to/3XhWYLe
  20. Fruit Snack — 2: Kirkland Organic Apple Sauce Pouch (Costco): https://amzn.to/4gOYpZ9
  21. Fruit Snack — 3: Pure Organic Layered Fruit Bars in Strawberry Banana: https://amzn.to/3WQEekA
  22. Fruit Snack — 4: Once Upon A Farm Dairy-Free Fruit Smoothie in Strawberry Banana Swirl: https://amzn.to/3CPMbAw
  23. Fruit Snack — 5: Pure Organic Layered Fruit Bars in Raspberry Lemonade: https://amzn.to/3XcFsIp
  24. Infant Formula — 1: Bobbie Organic Gentle Infant Formula Milk Powder (Pink/White Can): https://amzn.to/3YYb849
  25. Infant Formula — 2: Bobbie Organic Infant Formula Milk Powder (Green/White Can): https://amzn.to/3VOr4Vy
  26. Infant Formula — 3: Bobbie Grass-Fed Milk-Based Powder (Green Can): https://amzn.to/3ZlAaeJ
  27. Infant Formula — 4: ByHeart Infant Formula (USA-made, non-organic): https://amzn.to/48DJjTb
  28. Infant Formula — 5: HiPP Bio Combiotik Infant Formula, Stage 1: N/A – available through international retailers
  29. Infant Formula — 6: HiPP HA Stage PRE (0+ Months): N/A – imported product
  30. Infant Formula — 7: Holle Bio Goat Stage 2 Infant Formula (European): https://amzn.to/3BVU7zI
  31. Infant Formula — 8: Kendamil Goat Infant Formula (non-organic): available at Target
  32. Infant Formula — 9: Kendamil Organic Follow-On Milk (European, Cow Milk): unavailable on Amazon; check local retailers
  33. Infant Formula — 10: Kendamil Whole Milk Infant Formula (Europe): available at Target
  34. Infant Formula — 11: Kendamil Organic Infant Formula (Cow Milk): check Target stores
  35. Ingredient — 1: Jacobsen’s Sea Salt (Oregon, USA): https://amzn.to/4dcbk5L
  36. Ingredient — 2: Jovial Organic Einkorn Flour (Italy): https://amzn.to/3LIqxix
  37. Ingredient — 3: Costco Kirkland Organic Hemp Seeds: https://amzn.to/4e05RP9
  38. Ingredient — 4: Navitas Organic Gluten-Free Chia Seeds (Mexico): https://amzn.to/3YvE7xC
  39. Ingredient — 5: Napa Valley Naturals Organic Red Wine Vinegar (California): https://amzn.to/4jWhHOg
  40. Ingredient — 6: Jovial Organic Chickpeas (Italy): https://amzn.to/4iRON1l
  41. Oil — 1: Chosen Foods 100% Avocado Oil (non-organic): https://amzn.to/3YDZSuv
  42. Oil — 2: Dr. Adorable’s Organic Perilla Seed Oil (Korea): https://amzn.to/3NDt7Yc
  43. Oil — 3: Dr. Bronner’s Regenerative Organic Coconut Oil: https://amzn.to/40xwBmv
  44. Plant-Based Milk — 1: Kiki Organic Plant-Based Milk (original flavor): https://amzn.to/3AA6Qrt
  45. Plant-Based Milk — 2: West Soy Unflavored Unsweetened Organic Soy Milk: https://amzn.to/4dwev8l
  46. Supplement — 1: Baby Ddrops Organic Vitamin D3 for Babies: https://amzn.to/49C3ktH
  47. Supplement — 2: Doctor’s Best Vitamin C with Q-C: https://amzn.to/4hlVvea
  48. Supplement — 3: Nordic Naturals Omega-3 Fish Oil: https://amzn.to/48q1j2V
  49. Supplement — 4: Mary Ruth’s Organic Toddler Multivitamin with Iron: https://amzn.to/3YPhcgx
  50. Supplement — 5: Pendulum Metabolic Daily Dietary Supplement: https://amzn.to/4gY5wOm
  51. Cosmetic — 1: Kora Organics Noni Face Oil: https://amzn.to/43hy2XO
  52. Cosmetic — 2: Fluoride-Free Toothpaste! — Orajel Kids Training Toothpaste in Natural Berry Fruity Flavor, Elmo Sesame Street Packaging: https://amzn.to/41wxtrY
  53. Cosmetic — 3: Miessence Mint Toothpaste: https://amzn.to/4bJc4PO
  54. Cosmetic — 4: Dr. Brown’s Fluoride-Free Baby Toothpaste in Strawberry Flavor: https://amzn.to/3DCehzZ
  55. Cosmetic — 5: Low-Fluoride Toothpaste! — Pegciz Kids Foam Toothpaste in Watermelon Flavor: https://amzn.to/3RgKEXV
  56. Cosmetic — 6: Kid’s Spry Tooth Gel with Xylitol in Original Flavor: https://amzn.to/41GZb4e

For detailed reports on all tested foods and supplements, visit this link.

Stay tuned for more updates!

Bonus: Five Additional Products with Trace Arsenic

These five items contain very low levels of Arsenic, considered safe according to current standards, with detection limits specified in their reports:

  1. Kendamil Goat Toddler Milk (non-organic): May be found at Target or European specialty stores, positive for trace Arsenic.
  2. That’s It Apple Cherry Bars (non-organic): https://amzn.to/4fHkSWV
  3. Chosen Foods 100% Pure Avocado Oil (organic): https://amzn.to/3BVQYQa
  4. Now Sunflower Lecithin (non-organic): https://amzn.to/3AFdHzO
  5. WishGarden Immune Boost Seasonal Rescue (for pregnancy): https://amzn.to/3Cd940N

Note: Amazon affiliate links are used for convenience. Purchases made through these links support our ongoing work at no additional cost to you.

Full lab report for the toothbrush in the image above is included below.

Leave a Comment