C

Is Closeup PFAS-free?

Across 8 graded products, Closeup averages C (75/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. 8 of its products grade C or better. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.

Worth buying from Closeup C or better, safest first

Close-Up Anticavity Fluoride Toothpaste Gel Cinnamon

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Close-Up Anticavity Fluoride Toothpaste Gel Cinnamon

aqueous gel toothpaste with fluoride and cinnamon flavoring

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical toothpaste gel; no waterproofing or Teflon-family coating coatings expected.

Risky category by default

Close-Up Toothpaste Gel Fluoride

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Close-Up Toothpaste Gel Fluoride

Gel toothpaste base (glycerin, silica, fluoride)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, standard gel toothpaste with no known PFAS indicators, but brand offers no transparency.

Risky category by default

3-Pack Close Up Anticavity Fluoride Toothpaste Cinnamon 8 oz

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3-Pack Close Up Anticavity Fluoride Toothpaste Cinnamon 8 oz

aqueous gel toothpaste base, fluoride compound, silica abrasive

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower concern, standard toothpaste formulation with no PFAS-risk indicators.

Risky category by default

(2 pack) Close-Up Anticavity Toothpaste with Fluoride, Cinnamon Blast flavor, 8 oz

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(2 pack) Close-Up Anticavity Toothpaste with Fluoride, Cinnamon Blast flavor, 8 oz

aqueous gel toothpaste (glycerin, silica, sorbitol base)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern, standard toothpaste formula with no known PFAS drivers; buy without hesitation.

Risky category by default

Close-Up Toothpaste Cinnamon Sparkle Gel 6 oz

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Close-Up Toothpaste Cinnamon Sparkle Gel 6 oz

Aqueous gel base with standard cosmetic actives; no PFAS-prone coatings or water-repellent treatments typical of toothpa

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; typical toothpaste formulation without water-resistant or stain-resistant treatments that would trigger PFAS use.

Risky category by default

Closeup Toothpaste

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Toothpaste

Aqueous gel base with fluoride, sorbitol, silica

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern; standard toothpaste formulation with no known PFAS-prone ingredients or treatments.

Risky category by default

Closeup Toothpaste Complete Fresh

Closeup

Toothpaste Complete Fresh

Aqueous gel base with standard abrasives and flavoring

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for toothpaste; no known risks or disclosures identified.

Risky category by default

Close Up Fire and Freeze Toothpaste

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Close Up Fire and Freeze Toothpaste

aqueous gel base with silica, sorbitol, humectants, and flavor agents; no known PFAS-prone coatings in toothpaste catego

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern, toothpaste inherently low-risk; no PFAS indicators typical for this category.

Risky category by default

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