The Safety of our Toothpaste

We are confident there are no safety issues with our toothpaste and that it is safe to use.

There is no recall of any Tom’s of Maine products.

For more than 50 years, Tom’s of Maine has been committed to making safe and effective products, and the Tom’s of Maine team works hard to maintain your loyalty and trust. We understand the importance of quality and safety to you.

We test every batch of toothpaste we make, including for harmful bacteria and mold, to ensure its safety before it is released for sale. This includes the products referenced in the FDA letter.

Our team has been working with the FDA to remedy the issues raised in their May inspection of the Tom’s toothpaste manufacturing plant in Sanford, Maine, including implementing additional safeguards and making capital investments as part of ongoing plant upgrades. Tom’s is committed to continuing to make safe and effective natural products for our consumers and to maintaining the trust in our brand.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • 1. What happened at your manufacturing site?

    During an FDA inspection of our Sanford, Maine plant in May 2024, some observations were made by the FDA investigator.  Tom’s responded immediately, and provided the FDA with an action plan to address the findings.

  • 2. Did the FDA inspection affect all Tom’s of Maine products?

    No, the inspection only involved our toothpaste facility. 

  • 3. Is there a recall of the Tom’s of Maine toothpaste?

    There is no recall of any Tom’s of Maine products, and we are confident in the safety and quality of our toothpaste, which remains on the market.

  • 4. Are your products safe?

    We test every batch of toothpaste we make, including for harmful bacteria and mold, to ensure its safety before it is released for sale. This includes the products referenced in the FDA letter, and we remain fully confident in the safety and quality of our toothpaste. All Tom’s products being sold in the U.S., and elsewhere, meet our high quality standards for safety and efficacy. 

  • 5. How is Tom’s of Maine working with the FDA?

    We responded right away to the FDA's inspection. We will continue to work with them until all concerns are resolved. We always test our products before they leave our control, and we are confident in their safety and quality.

If you have more questions or concerns, chat with us, email us,
or call 1-800-FOR-TOMS (367-8667)

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Updated 11/22/2024