Published March 25, 2025 — Tuesday

A Message from Tamara Rubin:

Lead Safe Mama, LLC commissioned independent, third-party laboratory testing of the FYGG Fluoride-Free Toothpaste (shown above in Vanilla Vibes flavor). The results revealed detectable levels of Lead and Arsenic in the product. We want to share these findings transparently with our community, along with the comprehensive lab report and relevant visuals. Please scroll down to view the shareable social media graphic summarizing the test outcomes, as well as the full detailed report located at the bottom of this page.

As with all our product testing articles, the complete original laboratory report is provided for your review. Our comparative chart for toothpaste and tooth powder products (which is regularly updated) positions this product between grades E and F — based on the amount of Lead detected post-testing. Many community members had anticipated that this product would test clean, with non-detect results for all toxicants, given its branding and marketing. Unfortunately, the findings are a significant disappointment for those expecting a safer alternative.

It’s crucial to remember that all federal agencies concur: 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, which are highly potent and dangerous.
Heavy metals such as Lead bioaccumulate in the body over time, making chronic daily exposure particularly harmful.
Using a product that contains unsafe levels of toxicants like Lead repeatedly over years (as with most toothpastes used multiple times daily) poses a serious health risk.
Since toothpaste is ingested and absorbed through the oral mucosa, this pathway heightens concerns over potential toxicant absorption.

For full context on the levels detected, please refer to our latest comparative chart and earlier articles testing various toothpastes and powders. This chart is available on our website and updated regularly, serving as a valuable resource for making informed choices.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: The toxicant levels found in this toothpaste are legally permissible.

Specifically, as a cosmetic product, the FDA allows up to 10,000 ppb (parts per billion) of Lead, equivalent to 10 ppm (parts per million). Furthermore, the recent Washington State Toxic-Free Cosmetic Act (effective January 2025) limits Lead content to 1,000 ppb (1 ppm). Since the detected levels in this product are below both thresholds, they are considered legally compliant. However, it’s vital to recognize that legality does not equate to safety, particularly for children and pregnant women. Current regulations primarily serve to shield manufacturers from liability rather than to ensure consumer safety. We encourage consumers to advocate for stricter standards, especially for products marketed toward vulnerable populations.

If your child has been using this toothpaste and you’re concerned about potential Lead exposure, consider discontinuing use immediately.
We recommend choosing from our curated list of safer alternative toothpastes—five products that have tested non-detect for Lead, Cadmium, Mercury, and Arsenic in independent labs. You can find these options below.
Consult your healthcare provider for blood Lead level testing if you suspect exposure or wish to establish a baseline.
Blood testing might not detect very low levels of toxicants typically found in toothpaste, but it can help identify significant exposure, especially if testing is done before symptoms appear.
Persistent exposure from contaminated sources can elevate Blood Lead Levels (BLLs) into the 1.0–4.0 microgram range, which can have lifelong health implications.
It’s important to note that most clinicians only act when BLLs reach 3.5 μg/dL or higher; however, even lower levels may cause adverse health effects.
To report concerns or toxicant findings, you can file a complaint with the FDA through their online portal.
In my personal opinion, I would not allow my own children to use this product due to its potential risks.

If you’re interested in learning about detoxification protocols to support your family’s health after discovering these findings, please read our dedicated article on effective and safe detox strategies. Beware of ineffective or dangerous detox products that may inadvertently increase exposure or cause harm.

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

For guidance on safer foods, supplements, and cosmetics, we maintain various lists on our dedicated testing landing page. These resources include detailed lab analyses of products tested for heavy metals, helping you make informed, safer choices for your family.

Additionally, you can access our comprehensive database of all lab reports since March 2024, which is regularly updated. Bookmark this page for ongoing reference and support our independent testing efforts by visiting our GoFundMe campaigns linked here.

Introduction to Lead Safe Mama:

Tamara Rubin is an award-winning advocate specializing in childhood Lead poisoning prevention and consumer safety, as well as a documentary filmmaker.
She is a mother of children affected by Lead poisoning—two of her four sons were acutely Lead-poisoned in 2005.
Lead Safe Mama, LLC is a woman-owned small business dedicated to community-led efforts to prevent Lead exposure and promote safer consumer products.
Since July 2022, our work has contributed to six product recalls (by FDA and CPSC).
All testing results published are science-based, accurate, and replicable.
Visit our press page to see media coverage of our initiatives and findings.

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Expanded List of Safe, Lab-Tested Products

Below is an ongoing, growing list of foods, supplements, and cosmetics that have tested non-detect for Lead, Mercury, Cadmium, and Arsenic through independent, community-funded lab testing coordinated by Lead Safe Mama, LLC. The detection limits are specified in each product’s report. For full reports, search the brand name on our website or visit the links provided.

Latest Update: March 19, 2025 — Now 61 Safe Products Total!

Baby Food — 1: Little Spoon Kale, Carrot + Pear BabyBlends
Baby Food — 2: Little Spoon Butternut Squash + Blueberry BabyBlends
Baby Food — 3: Little Spoon Sweet Potato BabyBlends
Baby Food — 4: Little Spoon Sweet Potato + Carrot BabyBlends
Baby Food — 5: Little Spoon Banana + Pitaya BabyBlends
Beverage — 1: Honest Kids Organic Appley Ever After Apple Juice Drink: Link
Beverage — 2: Olipop Grape Tonic: Link
Breakfast Item — 1: Nature’s Path Envirokidz Organic Panda Puffs: Link
Breakfast Item — 2: One Degree Organic, Gluten-Free, Sprouted Rolled Oats (Canada): Link
Candy — : Lindt White Chocolate Bar (Made in USA, New Hampshire): Link
Candy — : Cavendish & Harvey Wild Berry Drops, non-organic (Germany): Link
Coffee & Tea — 1: Chameleon Handcrafted Organic Cold Brew Concentrate: Link
Coffee & Tea — 2: Tao of Tea Organic Genmaicha (from Japan): Link
Coffee & Tea — 3: Califia Farms Almond Latte Cold Brew: Link
Coffee & Tea — 4: Death Wish Organic Espresso Roast Ground Coffee: Link
Coffee Creamer — Plant-Based — 1: Laird Superfood Coconut Creamer: Link
Coffee Creamer — Dairy — 2: Organic Valley Grassmilk Half and Half: Link
Dairy, Cheese: Babybel Mini Original Snack Cheese: Link
Fruit Snack — 1: GoGo Squeez Organic Apple Sauce Pouch: Link
Fruit Snack — 2: Kirkland Organic Apple Sauce Pouch: Link
Fruit Snack — 3: Pure Organic Layered Fruit Bars in Strawberry Banana: Link
Fruit Snack — 4: Once Upon A Farm Dairy-Free Fruit Smoothie Pouch (Strawberry Banana Swirl): Link
Fruit Snack — 5: Pure Organic Layered Fruit Bars in Raspberry Lemonade: Link
Infant Formula — 1: Bobbie Organic Gentle Infant Formula Milk-Based Powder with Iron: Link
Infant Formula — 2: Bobbie Organic Infant Formula Milk-Based Powder with Iron: Link
Infant Formula — 3: Bobbie Grass-Fed Milk-Based Powder with Iron: Link
Infant Formula — 4: ByHeart Infant Formula (U.S.-made): Link
Infant Formula — 5: HiPP Bio Combiotik Infant Formula Stage 1: (imported)
Infant Formula — 6: HiPP HA Stage PRE (0+ months): (imported)
Infant Formula — 7: Holle Bio Goat Stage 2 Infant Formula (European organic): Link
Infant Formula — 8: Kendamil Goat Infant Formula (non-organic): available at Target
Infant Formula — 9: Kendamil Organic Follow-On Milk (European, Cow Milk): available at Target
Infant Formula — 10: Kendamil Whole Milk Infant Formula (European, pink can): available at Target
Infant Formula — 11: Kendamil Organic Infant Formula (Cow Milk): available at Target
Ingredient — 1 (Salt): Jacobsen’s Sea Salt (Oregon, USA): Link
Ingredient — 2 (Flour): Jovial Organic Einkorn Flour (Italy): Link
Ingredient — 3 (Seeds): Costco Kirkland Organic Hemp Seeds: Link
Ingredient — 4 (Seeds): Navitas Organic Gluten-Free Chia Seeds (Mexico): Link
Vinegar — 5: Napa Valley Naturals Organic Red Wine Vinegar (California): Link
Beans — 6: Jovial Organic Chickpeas (Italy): Link
Oil — 1: Chosen Foods 100% Avocado Oil (non-organic): Link
Oil — 2: Dr. Adorable’s Organic Perilla Seed Oil (Korea): Link
Oil — 3: Dr. Bronner’s Regenerative Organic Coconut Oil: Link
Plant-Based Milk — 1: Kiki Milk Organic Plant-Based Milk (original flavor): Link
Plant-Based Milk — 2: West Soy Unsweetened Organic Soy Milk: Link
Supplements — 1: Baby Ddrops Organic Vitamin D3 for Babies: Link
Supplements — 2: Doctor’s Best Vitamin C with Q-C: Link
Supplements — 3: Nordic Naturals Omega-3 Fish Oil: Link
Supplements — 4: Mary Ruth’s Organic Toddler Multivitamin Liquid Drops with Iron: Link
Supplements — 5: Pendulum Metabolic Daily Dietary Supplement: Link
Cosmetics — 1: Kora Organics Noni Face Oil: Link
Cosmetics — 2: Fluoride-Free Toothpaste! Orajel Kids Training in Natural Berry Flavor, Sesame Street Packaging: Link
Cosmetics — 3: Miessence Mint Toothpaste: Link
Cosmetics — 4: Dr. Brown’s Fluoride-Free Baby Toothpaste in Strawberry Flavor: Link
Cosmetics — 5: Low-Fluoride Toothpaste! Pegciz Kids Foam in Watermelon Flavor: Link
Cosmetics — 6: Kid’s Spry Tooth Gel with Xylitol: Link

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

Stay tuned for more updates and new safe product additions!

Bonus: Trace Arsenic-Positive Products

The following five products contain trace amounts of Arsenic, which are within safe limits, yet noteworthy due to detection:

Kendamil Goat Toddler Milk (non-organic): May be available at Target or other European formula suppliers.
That’s It Apple Cherry Bars (non-organic): Link
Chosen Foods 100% Avocado Oil (organic): Link
Now Sunflower Lecithin (non-organic): Link
WishGarden Immune Boost Seasonal Rescue (for pregnancy): Link

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Complete Lab Report Access

The full laboratory analysis for the product pictured at the beginning of this article is available at the bottom of the page. We encourage you to review the detailed findings to understand the scope of testing and levels detected.

Important Update on FYGG Fluoride-Free Toothpaste Testing Results