The U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has pointed out a number of different situations involving contaminated toothpastes that have been sold and imported in the United States. The toothpaste from China and counterfeit Colgate toothpaste may contain dietylene glycol (DEG), a chemical used in antifreeze! ( Lyons, Tom ) The FDA spoke to consumers and issued an alert to prevent suspect toothpaste from entering the United States. ( Lyons, Toms )
Despite FDA's efforts, products continue to be found, including in Massachusetts--- mostly in small, independent dollar-type discount stores. ( Lyons, Toms ) As a result of the investigation, toothpaste with this labeling has been located in the following Massachusett communitites: Boston, Arlington, Dedham, Amherst, Malden, Lowell, Wellesley, West Springfield, Somerville, Lawrence and Sturbridge. ( Lyons, Tom )
Consumers should fully look at their toothpaste labels that says the whether or not the product is, "Made in China." The FDA suggests that if you own such bottles that you throw them away or return them with the labeling. Some of the brands that you should be looking out for include: Cooldent, Dr. Cool, Everfresh Toothpaste, Superdent and Oral Bright.
Source: : Lyons, Tom. "Toothpaste Public Health Advisory "
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