Is Tom's of Maine PFAS-free?
Across 19 graded products, Tom's of Maine averages B (86/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. 19 of its products grade C or better. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.
Worth buying from Tom's of Maine C or better, safest first
Tom's of Maine
Deodorant
mineral-based, baking soda formulation
Lower concern, mineral-based formula with public PFAS-free positioning, though no independent third-party verification.
⚠Risky category by default
Tom's of Maine
Most-Loved Deodorant Bundle
mineral-based and plant-derived actives; stick formulation
Lower-concern deodorant; mineral-based formula with PFAS-free claim aligns with brand ethos, but no third-party verification found.
⚠Risky category by default
Tom's of Maine
Antiperspirant Deodorant
mineral-based active ingredients, plant-derived botanicals, no synthetic water-repellent coatings
Lower PFAS concern, mineral-based formula with MADE SAFE cert; antiperspirant category has minimal waterproof-coating risk.
✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party
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Tom s of Maine Long Lasting Deodorant
mineral-based powder, baking soda, plant oils
Lower PFAS concern; Tom's positions transparently but third-party data on this specific product is limited.
✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party
Tom's of Maine
Back to Nature Bundle
natural cosmetic actives, mineral pigments, plant-based
Lower-concern cosmetics with natural positioning and third-party natural certifications; no known PFAS risks typical of this category.
✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party
Tom's of Maine
Gentle Care Bundle
water-based formulations, mineral pigments, essential oils
Lower concern, Tom's of Maine targets clean formulations and carries MADE SAFE certification, which excludes PFAS.
✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party
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Complete Protection Deodorant
mineral-based powder stick, aluminum zirconium compound
Lower concern. Tom's deodorant is PFAS-free certified and uses conventional mineral actives without waterproofing coatings.
✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party
Tom's of Maine
Wicked Deodorant
mineral-based powders, plant-derived ingredients
Lower-concern deodorant; mineral-based formula with third-party PFAS commitment.
✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party
Tom's of Maine
Fluoride-Free Antiplaque Whitening Toothpaste
Glycerin, calcium carbonate, silica, natural flavoring, gum base (typical toothpaste formula)
Lower PFAS concern for a basic toothpaste; no Teflon-family coating or water-resistance coatings expected in standard oral care.
⚠Risky category by default
Tom's of Maine
Fluoride-Free Antiplaque Whitening Natural Toothpaste (2 Pack)
toothpaste gel/paste (mineral, humectant, and natural abrasive base)
Lower concern; toothpaste formulations rarely require PFAS, but Tom's does not voluntarily disclose.
⚠Risky category by default
Tom's of Maine
Antiplaque Whitening Toothpaste
water-based gel with sorbitol, hydrated silica, fluoride compound
Lower PFAS concern, toothpaste formula has no routine need for PFAS; skip if you want explicit assurance.
⚠Risky category by default
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Spearmint Flat Floss
Dental floss, waxed (assumed natural wax or synthetic polyethylene)
Lower PFAS concern; conventional waxed floss unlikely to require Teflon-family coating treatment, but Tom's does not disclose formulation.
⚠Risky category by default
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Dental Floss TS-0153 Oral Care
Nylon floss; no Teflon-family coating or Teflon-type coating reported
Lower concern; conventional nylon floss with no known PFAS risk, but Tom's of Maine makes no public PFAS commitment.
⚠Risky category by default
Tom's of Maine
TS-0153 - Each. Ts0153 Toms Antiplaque Floss Each
Dental floss, likely waxed nylon or polyester
Lower-concern product; dental floss is not a typical PFAS application, but brand discloses nothing.
⚠Risky category by default
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Toms Of Maine Naturally Waxed Antiplaque Flat Floss, Spearmint - 32 Yd, 2 Pack, Green
Natural wax coating on nylon floss
Lower PFAS concern; Tom's of Maine's natural wax formulation avoids typical PFAS-prone coatings.
⚠Risky category by default
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Toms Toms Flat Floss Sprment 32yd
Dental floss (string fiber, likely nylon or similar polymer)
Lower-concern product; dental floss is not a typical PFAS vector, but Tom's of Maine does not publicly disclose material composition.
⚠Risky category by default
Tom's of Maine
Naturally Waxed Anti-Plaque Flat Floss Spearmint 32 Yards (Pack of 3), Green
natural wax coating on nylon/polymer floss
Lower PFAS concern for a waxed floss with no known Teflon-family coating or water-repellent coating treatments, but brand is silent on formulation.
⚠Risky category by default
Tom's of Maine
Spearmint Naturally Waxed Antiplaque Flat Floss, 32 Yard -- 3 per case
Dental floss with natural wax coating
Lower-concern choice; natural wax floss avoids typical PFAS Teflon-family coating coatings, but Tom's of Maine makes no explicit PFAS disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
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Anti Plaque Flat Spearmint Floss (6x32 YD)
Nylon filament (waxed/unwaxed)
Lower-concern choice; dental floss typically avoids PFAS, but Tom's of Maine provides no public disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
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