Tampons, ranked by PFAS safety

Seventh Generation

Organic Cotton Tampons Applicator

organic cotton (tampon & applicator core); cardboard applicator

A

A

PFASAll

Lower-concern buy, organic cotton & MADE SAFE cert reduce PFAS risk, though brand is silent on the topic.

✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party

Lola

Organic Cotton Tampons

organic cotton (no synthetic coatings)

A

A

PFASAll

Lower concern, uncoated organic cotton with transparent PFAS-free positioning and third-party certification.

✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party

Cora

Organic Tampons with Applicator

organic cotton tampon with cardboard/plastic applicator

A

A

PFASAll

Lower-concern choice; organic base material and MADE SAFE cert suggest thoughtful sourcing, but no explicit PFAS commitment.

✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party

Cora

(2 pack) Cora Compact Applicator Tampons, 100% Organic Cotton, Super/Super+, 32 Count, Size: 32pc

100% organic cotton applicator and core

A

A

PFASAll

Lower-concern choice; organic cotton tampons rarely require PFAS treatments.

✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party

Organyc

Compact Applicator Tampons

100% organic cotton (tampon core and cover)

A

A

PFASAll

Lower-concern option; organic cotton core makes PFAS contamination unlikely, though brand does not explicitly address PFAS.

✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party

Organyc

The Honey Pot Duo Pack Organic Tampons

organic cotton, cardboard applicator

A

B

PFASAll

Lower concern; organic cotton tampons with third-party safety certifications but no explicit PFAS commitment.

✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party

Organyc

100% Certified Organic Cotton Tampons - No Applicator, Free from Chlorine, Perfumes, Rayon, and Chemicals, 192 Count, Super Flow(Pack of 12)

100% certified organic cotton, no applicator

A

A

PFASAll

Lower concern, organic cotton tampons with no synthetic coatings or treatments that typically introduce PFAS.

✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party

Organyc

The Honey Pot Company Organic Cotton Tampons

Organic cotton, no disclosed coating or treatment

A

A

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; organic cotton tampons with strong textile certifications, though brand does not explicitly disclose PFAS testing.

✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party

Organyc

Seventh Generation Organic Cotton Tampons Applicator

organic cotton applicator; no Teflon-family coating mentioned

A

A

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern, organic cotton applicator with no reported waterproof/water-repellent coating treatment; skip only if third-party PFAS testing reassurance matters to you.

✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party

Organyc

Cora Organic Cotton Tampons

organic cotton, cardboard applicator

A

A

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; organic cotton tampons with third-party safety certifications.

✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party

The Honest Company

The Honey Pot Company Organic Cotton Tampons

organic cotton, cardboard applicator

A

A

PFASAll

Lower-concern buy; organic cotton core + MADE SAFE cert reduce PFAS likelihood, though brand doesn't explicitly address it.

✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party

The Honest Company

The Honey Pot Duo Pack Organic Tampons

Organic cotton tampons (no chemical coatings disclosed)

A

A

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; organic cotton with third-party safety cert, but brand doesn't explicitly address PFAS.

✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party

Emerita

Organic Cotton Regular Applicator Tampons

organic cotton (no water-repellent coating claimed)

A

A

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern, organic cotton with MADE SAFE cert, no water-repellent treatment typical of tampons.

✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party

Natracare

Certified Organic Cotton APPLICATOR TAMPONS

Certified organic cotton (applicator and tampon core)

A

A

PFASAll

Lower concern; organic cotton with no known PFAS triggers, but brand makes no explicit PFAS claim.

✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party

Natracare

Organic Cotton Super Plus Tampons

Organic cotton core; cardboard applicator

A

A

PFASAll

Lower concern, organic cotton tampon with third-party organic certification; no PFAS-prone coatings typical in category.

✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party

Natracare

Tampons regular 20pcs.

organic cotton, chlorine-free bleached cellulose

A

A

PFASAll

Lower-concern choice; natural materials and third-party certifications reduce PFAS risk significantly.

✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party

Natracare

Super Tampons with Applicator

organic cotton (core); cardboard applicator

A

B

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern, organic cotton base + third-party textile cert, though brand does not explicitly address PFAS.

✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party

Natracare

100% Organic Cotton Tampons

100% organic cotton core; no reported synthetic coatings

A

A

PFASAll

Lower-concern choice; organic cotton base and third-party textile certs reduce PFAS risk, but brand does not explicitly address it.

✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party

Natracare

Organic Super Plus Tampons, 3 x 20 ct

organic cotton, rayon (viscose)

A

A

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern, organic plant-based materials with third-party verification; skip if seeking explicit PFAS-free guarantee.

✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party

DAME

Organic Cotton Tampons Super Absorbency 16 Pack

organic cotton (absorbent core)

A

A

PFASAll

Lower-concern choice; organic cotton core + MADE SAFE cert mitigate PFAS risk in period care.

✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party

DAME

Regular Tampons (x14) Hypoallergenic 100% Organic Cotton GOTS Certified Vegan Certified Plastic Free. pH Neutral. No Harsh Chemicals. Compostable

100% organic cotton (GOTS certified)

A

A

PFASAll

Lower-concern choice; organic cotton base mitigates typical PFAS risks, though brand doesn't explicitly address it.

✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party

Sustain

Tsuno Regular Tampons

organic cotton tampon (applicator plastic)

A

A

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; verified organic cotton with MADE SAFE certification, though applicator material unspecified.

✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party

Sustain

August Organic Regular & Super Tampons

cotton, rayon; no reported waterproof or stain-resistant coating

A

B

PFASAll

Lower-concern choice; organic fibers and MADE SAFE stamp reduce PFAS risk significantly.

✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party

Sustain

Women's Organic Cotton Tampons

organic cotton, no reported coatings

A

A

PFASAll

Lower-concern choice; organic cotton core with third-party certification, but brand discloses nothing specific about PFAS.

✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party

DAME

Super Tampons (x14) Hypoallergenic 100% Plastic Free Tampons pH Neutral No Toxins 100% Compostable Fully Biodegradable Super (14 Tampons)

100% organic cotton, cardboard applicator, no synthetic coatings

A

B

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; uncoated natural materials align with claims, but no third-party verification.

⚠Risky category by default

Tampax

Pearl Tampons

rayon/cotton core, plastic applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern, traditional absorbent materials, but brand offers no PFAS transparency.

⚠Risky category by default

Tampax

Radiant Tampons

cotton/rayon absorbent core, plastic applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern; no known PFAS use in tampons, but Tampax has not publicly disclosed or verified PFAS-free status.

⚠Risky category by default

Tampax

Pearl Ultra Absorbancy Tampons, Unscented, 50 Count | Otc Eligible - 45 ct | CVS

Rayon/viscose core, polyethylene outer layer

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; standard tampon materials not typically treated with PFAS, but lack of transparency limits certainty.

⚠Risky category by default

Kotex

U by Kotex Click Compact Unscented Tampons

Rayon/viscose core, cotton cover, plastic applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern; typical tampon materials are not known PFAS vehicles, but brand discloses nothing.

⚠Risky category by default

Kotex

U by Kotex Sleek Tampons

Rayon/viscose core, cotton exterior, polypropylene layers

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; no red flags in design, but brand offers no transparency.

⚠Risky category by default

Kotex

Tampon Super 16 pcs

Rayon/cellulose core; cotton/rayon cover; plastic applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern; traditional tampon design with no known PFAS-prone treatments, but no public transparency from Kotex on coatings.

⚠Risky category by default

Seventh Generation

Regular Tampons

rayon/viscose (bleached), cotton applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern, absorbent fibers don't require water-repellent coating coatings, but brand opacity limits full confidence.

⚠Risky category by default

Seventh Generation

Organic Cotton Tampons

organic cotton (core material); no chemical coatings disclosed

C

D

PFASAll

Lower-concern choice; organic cotton base with no known fluorinated coatings.

⚠Risky category by default

Playtex

Sport Tampons

Rayon (viscose) core; cotton-blend outer layer

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern, no known PFAS application to tampons, but brand silent on sourcing.

⚠Risky category by default

Playtex

Clean Comfort Tampons

rayon/viscose, cotton, and cardboard applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern for the core product; no known high-risk coatings typical of period-care.

⚠Risky category by default

Playtex

Gentle Glide Tampons

Rayon/viscose (core), plastic applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern; no known PFAS risk, but brand offers no transparency.

⚠Risky category by default

Playtex

Sport Odor Shield Tampons

Rayon/viscose core, polyethylene wrapper

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern, no known Teflon-family coating coatings typical in absorbent tampons.

⚠Risky category by default

Playtex

Clean Comfort Tampons, Super, 16 ct

Rayon/viscose core, cotton blend outer

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern; no known PFAS drivers in absorbent tampons, but brand silence limits confidence.

⚠Risky category by default

Playtex

Sport Multi-Pack Unscented Tampons

rayon/viscose, cotton blend core; absorbent gelling polymer

C

F

PFASAll

Lower-concern choice; no known PFAS triggers, but brand offers no transparency.

⚠Risky category by default

Playtex

Sport Compact Tampons

rayon/cotton blend with cotton/plastic applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower-concern product; no evidence of intentional PFAS use, though full supply-chain transparency lacking.

⚠Risky category by default

Playtex

Sport Odor Shield Super Tampons

rayon/viscose core, cotton outer, plastic applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern for the core product; applicator plastic warrants caution due to lack of transparency.

⚠Risky category by default

Lola

Organic Tampons

organic cotton tampons

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; organic cotton tampons don't require water-repellent coatings, but brand makes no explicit PFAS commitment.

⚠Risky category by default

Lola

Non-Toxic Applicator Free Tampons | LOLA 9 Regular, 9 Super / Volume discount

Organic cotton (rayon/viscose core likely)

C

D

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern, conventional tampon materials carry minimal risk, but no third-party verification.

⚠Risky category by default

Lola

Cardboard Applicator Organic Tampons | LOLA All Regular / Box of 18

Cardboard applicator, organic cotton tampon

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; cardboard and organic cotton are inherently low-risk materials with no typical fluorochemical triggers.

⚠Risky category by default

Lola

Organic Cotton Tampons with Plastic Applicator | LOLA All Super / Volume Discount

organic cotton core + plastic applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern for the organic cotton portion; plastic applicator warrants scrutiny but no public evidence of PFAS.

⚠Risky category by default

Lola

L. Organic Cotton Tampons

organic cotton (core/absorbent)

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern; organic cotton tampons typically pose minimal PFAS risk, but brand offers no explicit assurance.

⚠Risky category by default

Lola

Compact Tampons

organic cotton, rayon, cardboard applicator

C

D

PFASAll

Lower-concern choice; no known PFAS triggers, but brand offers no transparency.

⚠Risky category by default

Lola

L. Organic Cotton Core Tampons Duo Pack Super/Super Plus

organic cotton core with cardboard applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern; organic cotton tampons carry minimal PFAS risk, though brand transparency on materials is absent.

⚠Risky category by default

Cora

Organic Cotton Tampons

Organic cotton (applicator/tampon body)

C

D

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; organic cotton tampons have minimal chemical coating risk, but brand doesn't explicitly address PFAS.

⚠Risky category by default

Cora

The Comfort Fit Plant Based Applicator Tampons

rayon (viscose) applicator; cotton/plant-based tampon body

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern; plant-based applicator and cotton body have minimal PFAS risk, but no brand disclosure.

⚠Risky category by default

Cora

L. Organic Cotton Core Tampons Duo Pack Super/Super Plus

Organic cotton core (no reported synthetic coatings)

C

D

PFASAll

Lower-concern choice; organic cotton tampons rarely require PFAS-based treatments, but brand transparency on materials is absent.

⚠Risky category by default

Cora

Organic Cotton Tampons Applicator

organic cotton applicator

C

D

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; organic cotton tampons/applicators rarely use fluorochemicals, but Cora offers no public disclosure.

⚠Risky category by default

Cora

Organic Cotton Multipack Regular & Super Compact Tampons

organic cotton (tampons and applicator)

C

D

PFASAll

Lower-concern organic cotton product; no known PFAS application method for tampons, but brand silent on chemicals.

⚠Risky category by default

Aunt Flow

100% Organic Cotton Tampons

100% organic cotton

C

F

PFASAll

Lower-concern choice, 100% organic cotton tampons have no typical PFAS application vector.

⚠Risky category by default

Aunt Flow

Universal Vended Value Tampon Tubes

cotton/rayon absorbent core, cardboard tube

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern, conventional tampon with no known PFAS uses in typical construction.

⚠Risky category by default

Aunt Flow

Tampon Applicator

cardboard applicator tube

C

D

PFASAll

Lower-concern choice; cardboard applicator is unlikely PFAS vector, but brand transparency is absent.

⚠Risky category by default

Aunt Flow

Period Care

organic cotton, rayon, naturally absorbent fibers

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern, period care made from absorbent plant fibers typically avoids PFAS, but brand provides no transparency.

⚠Risky category by default

Aunt Flow

Tampon Cartridge

rayon/viscose core, cotton cover, minimal processing

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern than mainstream tampons; no red flags identified, but brand offers no transparency.

⚠Risky category by default

Aunt Flow

Tampon Cartridge Applicator

cardboard applicator tube, organic cotton absorbent

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern for PFAS, applicator is untreated cardboard, but no public disclosure from brand.

⚠Risky category by default

Aunt Flow

Organic Cotton Tampon Cardboard Applicator Regular

Organic cotton, cardboard applicator

C

C

PFASAll

Lower-concern pick, organic cotton + cardboard are inherently PFAS-unlikely, but brand offers no explicit commitment.

⚠Risky category by default

Aunt Flow

Flo Organic Tampons

rayon/viscose, organic cotton, cardboard applicator

C

D

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; typical tampon materials don't require waterproofing or stain treatment, but brand silence on sourcing is a missed transparency opportunity.

⚠Risky category by default

Veeda

Natural Cotton Tampons

organic cotton (applicator and absorbent core)

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; unbleached cotton tampons rarely require water-resistant coatings.

⚠Risky category by default

Veeda

100% Natural Cotton Applicator Free Tampons

100% organic cotton

C

D

PFASAll

Lower concern: plain cotton tampons have minimal PFAS risk; applicator-free design removes common Teflon-family coating exposure vector.

⚠Risky category by default

Veeda

Super Applicator Tampons

rayon/cotton tampons, no reported coatings

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern, conventional absorbent tampon with no known PFAS-prone treatments, but brand offers no explicit reassurance.

⚠Risky category by default

Veeda

Comfort Plus Cardboard Applicator Tampon Vended Tube, Regular Absorbency, 200/Carton

cardboard applicator, cotton/viscose absorbent core

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern: cardboard + cotton tampons rarely use Teflon-family coating, but brand transparency is absent.

⚠Risky category by default

Veeda

Natural Cotton Applicator Free Super Tampons

organic cotton, cardboard applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower-concern choice; natural cotton tampons avoid typical PFAS application routes, but brand offers no transparency.

⚠Risky category by default

Veeda

100% Natural Cotton Applicator Free Tampons Unscented 16 Count

100% cotton core; no known Teflon-family coating coatings disclosed

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern, plain cotton with no disclosed treatments, but brand makes no explicit PFAS commitment.

⚠Risky category by default

Veeda

Comfort Plus Cardboard Applicator Tampon

cardboard applicator, likely bleached wood pulp or kraft paper with cotton/rayon absorbent core

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern, cardboard applicator tampons rarely use PFAS-bearing coatings, but brand transparency is absent.

⚠Risky category by default

Organyc

Cotton Tampons

100% organic cotton, cardboard applicator

C

D

PFASAll

Lower concern, organic cotton tampons with no known PFAS triggers, though brand offers no explicit PFAS assurance.

⚠Risky category by default

The Honest Company

The Honey Pot Organic Super Tampons

organic cotton, rayon

C

D

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; tampons are intrinsic low-risk, but brand transparency could be stronger.

⚠Risky category by default

The Honest Company

The Honey Pot 100% Organic Duo-Pack Regular-Super Tampons, 18 Ea

Organic cotton, rayon

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern; standard organic tampons unlikely to contain intentional PFAS, but lack of explicit testing claim.

⚠Risky category by default

The Honest Company

The Honey Pot Company Organic Cotton Duo-Pack, BPA-Free Applicator Tampons

Organic cotton, BPA-free plastic applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; organic cotton core is inherently low-risk, but applicator material lacks transparency.

⚠Risky category by default

The Honest Company

The Honey Pot Regular Clean Cotton Tampons

organic cotton

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; conventional cotton tampon with no known fluorochemical treatment typical to category.

⚠Risky category by default

The Honest Company

The Honey Pot Company Super Absorbency 100% Organic Cotton Core Tampons w/Bio Plastic Applicator

100% organic cotton core; bio-based plastic applicator

C

D

PFASAll

Lower concern; organic cotton core and plant-based applicator reduce PFAS risk, but lack third-party PFAS testing.

⚠Risky category by default

The Honest Company

The Honey Pot Company The Honey Pot Organic Cotton Tampons, Duo-Pack | Box of 18 | Carewell

organic cotton (primary); no known water-resistant or stain-resistant treatment disclosed

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern, organic cotton tampons carry minimal inherent PFAS risk, but brand transparency on processing/coatings is absent.

⚠Risky category by default

Emerita

Organic Cotton Regular Tampons

organic cotton, no known PFAS-containing coatings

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; organic cotton tampons rarely require fluorinated treatments.

⚠Risky category by default

Emerita

Organic Cotton Super Plus Tampons

organic cotton, likely no intentional coating

C

F

PFASAll

Lower-concern choice; organic cotton tampons don't require fluorochemical treatments, but no explicit PFAS disclosure.

⚠Risky category by default

Emerita

100% Organic Cotton Tampons with Security Veil Super 14 Tampons

100% organic cotton (primary); security veil composition not disclosed

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern for the cotton core, but security veil coating unknown, request transparency from Emerita.

⚠Risky category by default

Emerita

Organic Cotton Super Non- Applicator Tampons

organic cotton core, no reported surface coating

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; organic cotton tampons carry minimal traditional risk vectors.

⚠Risky category by default

Emerita

Organic Cotton Super Applicator Tampons Emerita 14 ct Box

organic cotton (core); applicator material unspecified

C

F

PFASAll

Lower-concern choice; organic cotton core is PFAS-unlikely, but applicator composition lacks transparency.

⚠Risky category by default

Emerita

Women's Organic Cotton Tampons

organic cotton (no reported Teflon-family coating)

C

F

PFASAll

Lower-concern choice; organic cotton tampons rarely require PFAS treatments.

⚠Risky category by default

Emerita

Organic Cotton Multipack Applicator Tampons

organic cotton (applicator, tampon body)

C

D

PFASAll

Lower-concern option; organic cotton tampons rarely require PFAS treatments, but brand offers no explicit disclosure.

⚠Risky category by default

Natracare

Tampons Super-Organic

Organic cotton, plastic applicator (composition unspecified)

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; organic core material is inherently low-risk, but applicator composition and manufacturing lack transparency.

⚠Risky category by default

Tampax Pearl

Tampons

Rayon/viscose, cotton, plastic applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern; no known PFAS triggers, but brand silence means verify if concerned.

⚠Risky category by default

Tampax Pearl

Tampons Multipack

rayon/viscose core with cotton blend cover; no disclosed coatings

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; conventional tampon with no known fluorinated treatments, but brand offers no transparency.

⚠Risky category by default

Tampax Pearl

Regular Tampons

Rayon/viscose core, polyester/polypropylene layers, plastic applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern, standard tampon construction unlikely to include PFAS, but no brand transparency.

⚠Risky category by default

Tampax Pearl

Ultra Absorbancy Tampons, Unscented, 50 Count | Otc Eligible - 45 ct | CVS

Rayon/viscose core, cotton covering

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; standard tampon materials pose minimal risk, but brand disclosure would strengthen confidence.

⚠Risky category by default

Tampax Pearl

Tampax Pocket Pearl Tampons

Rayon/viscose core, plastic applicator, cotton twill covering

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; standard tampon materials, no Teflon-family coating treatment expected.

⚠Risky category by default

Tampax Pearl

Tampons Trio Pack Unscented 82 ct.

rayon/cotton blend applicator and cotton-rayon absorbent core

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; standard tampon materials carry minimal inherent risk, but no transparency from brand.

⚠Risky category by default

Tampax Pearl

Plastic Tampons

Cotton/rayon blend core, plastic applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower-concern product; no known PFAS triggers, but manufacturer silence limits certainty.

⚠Risky category by default

Tampax Pearl

Regular Plastic Tampons

rayon/cotton core, plastic applicator (polypropylene)

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern; no known PFAS triggers in standard tampon construction, but brand discloses nothing.

⚠Risky category by default

U by Kotex

Click Compact Unscented Tampons

viscose rayon core, cotton applicator, plastic/polypropylene compact

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern, standard tampon materials carry minimal inherent PFAS risk, but brand makes no public safety commitment.

⚠Risky category by default

U by Kotex

Sleek Tampons

rayon, cotton, polyethylene applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; core materials are conventional fibers without reported water-repellent coating or stain-resistant treatments.

⚠Risky category by default

U by Kotex

Tampons 16 Pack

rayon/cotton core, polyethylene plastic applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern, no known waterproofing/coatings typical of PFAS-risk products, but brand discloses nothing.

⚠Risky category by default

U by Kotex

Kotex Security Super Unscented Tampons

rayon/cotton absorbent core, plastic applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower-concern period product; no known PFAS indicators, but Kotex has not publicly disclosed PFAS testing.

⚠Risky category by default

U by Kotex

Click Unscented Super Compact Tampons

rayon/cotton blend, unbleached

C

D

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; standard tampon material unlikely to require PFAS treatments.

⚠Risky category by default

U by Kotex

U KOTEX Regular Tampons 32 Pack

rayon/cotton core, polypropylene wrapper

C

F

PFASAll

Lower-concern choice; no known PFAS triggers, but brand makes no public commitment.

⚠Risky category by default

U by Kotex

Security Tampons,

rayon/viscose core, cotton outer layer, minimal synthetic components

C

F

PFASAll

Lower-concern tampon; no known PFAS drivers, but brand offers no transparency.

⚠Risky category by default

U by Kotex

Click Compact Multipack Unscented Tampons, Regular/Super

rayon/viscose core, cotton blend outer layer

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern; tampons lack typical PFAS drivers, but brand makes no disclosure.

⚠Risky category by default

Kotex Natural

Tampon Regular 16

Rayon/viscose core, cotton cover, no Teflon-family coating disclosed

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern, simple textile product with no known PFAS-prone treatments, but brand provides no PFAS transparency.

⚠Risky category by default

Kotex Natural

Kimberly Clark U by Kotex Click Compact Regular Unscented Tampons

Rayon (viscose), cotton, polyester core

C

F

PFASAll

Lower-concern choice; conventional tampon with no known PFAS triggers, but no explicit brand commitment.

⚠Risky category by default

Kotex Natural

Tampon Super 16

organic cotton, wood pulp, no reported water-resistant coating

C

F

PFASAll

Lower-concern period product; no known PFAS triggers, but brand discloses nothing.

⚠Risky category by default

Kotex Natural

U by Kotex Security Super Unscented Tampons

rayon/viscose core, cotton cover, no known Teflon-family coating or water-repellent coating

C

F

PFASAll

Lower-concern product; Kotex does not disclose PFAS risk, but tampons lack typical vectors for intentional PFAS use.

⚠Risky category by default

Kotex Natural

2 Boxes Vtg Kotex Natural Curved Tampons (u Security By Kotex) 18ct

Viscose rayon, cotton absorbent core

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; no waterproof coating typical in tampons, but brand makes no disclosure.

⚠Risky category by default

Kotex Natural

U by Kotex Click Unscented Regular & Super Compact Tampons

viscose/rayon, cotton absorbent core, cardboard applicator

C

D

PFASAll

Lower-concern option; no known PFAS inputs, but brand offers no transparency.

⚠Risky category by default

Kotex Natural

U by Kotex Sleek Tampons

cotton/rayon absorbent core, plastic applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; conventional tampon design without obvious fluorochemical triggers, but brand discloses nothing.

⚠Risky category by default

Kotex Natural

Kotex Security Tampons

rayon/cotton blend with absorbent core

C

F

PFASAll

Lower-concern period product; no known PFAS triggers, but brand offers no explicit reassurance.

⚠Risky category by default

Tampax Radiant

Tampons

Rayon/viscose core, cotton cover, plastic applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; standard tampon with no known Teflon-family coating or water-resistant treatment.

⚠Risky category by default

Tampax Radiant

Tampons Trio Pack

rayon/cotton absorbent core; plastic applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; conventional tampon with no known fluorochemical treatments, though applicator material warrants transparency.

⚠Risky category by default

Tampax Radiant

Tampax Pocket Radiant Compact Tampons

rayon/viscose core, cotton outer layer

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern, conventional tampons lack the water-resistant/nonstick coatings where PFAS typically appear in consumer products.

⚠Risky category by default

Tampax Radiant

Plastic Tampons Duo Pack

rayon/viscose core, plastic applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower-concern choice; plastic applicator raises minor questions, but tampons lack typical PFAS-end-use drivers.

⚠Risky category by default

Tampax Radiant

Tampons, with Leak Guard Braid, Super

rayon/viscose core, cotton-blend outer wrapper, plastic applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; no public evidence of intentional PFAS use, but no brand transparency on coatings.

⚠Risky category by default

Tampax Radiant

Super Plus Plastic Tampons

viscose rayon, cotton, plastic applicator

C

D

PFASAll

Lower concern; no known PFAS-prone materials, but Tampax has not publicly disclosed PFAS testing or policy.

⚠Risky category by default

Tampax Radiant

Tampons Multipack, with LeakGuard Braid, Regular/Super

rayon/viscose core, cotton braid, polyethylene/polypropylene wrapper

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern; conventional tampons lack PFAS-typical applications, but no public brand disclosure.

⚠Risky category by default

Tampax Radiant

TAMPAX Pocket Radiant, Regular, Compact Plastic Tampons, Unscented

Cotton/rayon absorbent core, plastic applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower-concern tampon choice; no known PFAS red flags, but Tampax has not publicly committed to PFAS-free standards.

⚠Risky category by default

O.B.

O b Tampons

rayon/viscose core, cotton cover, no reported coatings

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern, no known PFAS-typical treatments in tampon construction, but limited public transparency.

⚠Risky category by default

O.B.

Tampons Multi-Pack Regular/Super/Super Plus 40 ct

Rayon/viscose core with cotton cover

C

F

PFASAll

Lower-concern period product; no known PFAS drivers in standard tampon construction.

⚠Risky category by default

O.B.

Super Plus Tampons

rayon/cotton blend, cardboard applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; no water-repellent or nonstick treatment typical in tampons, but O.B.

⚠Risky category by default

O.B.

Original Tampons Ultra 40 ct

viscose rayon core, plastic/polyethylene applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; standard tampon with no known fluorochemical treatments.

⚠Risky category by default

O.B.

Tampons Multi-Pack

rayon/viscose core, plastic applicator tube

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern; traditional cotton-based tampons carry minimal PFAS risk, though O.B.

⚠Risky category by default

O.B.

Super Plus Fluid Lock Tampons

viscose/rayon core with synthetic polymer absorption layer

C

D

PFASAll

Lower-concern product; no known PFAS-linked treatments, but brand discloses nothing.

⚠Risky category by default

O.B.

Original Tampons Super Plus

Rayon/cellulose core, cotton cover

C

F

PFASAll

Lower-concern product; standard tampon materials carry minimal PFAS risk, but O.B.

⚠Risky category by default

Stayfree

Tampons

rayon/viscose, cotton, and absorbent core

C

D

PFASAll

Lower concern; no known PFAS use in tampon design, but brand offers no transparency.

⚠Risky category by default

Stayfree

Ob Tampons Heavy Flow 10ct Dynamic Fit Rash-free 100% Leak

Rayon/viscose, cotton, absorbent core (unspecified composition)

C

D

PFASAll

Lower-concern option; no known PFAS indicators, but composition opaque, contact brand for specifics.

⚠Risky category by default

Stayfree

Tampons by OB| Heavy flow|10 piece| Dynamic Fit Technology| Rashfree| No skin irritation| Upto 100% leakage protection| Silk touch technology

Rayon/cotton blend with viscose core (standard tampon construction)

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS risk than coated apparel or nonstick cookware, but brand transparency is absent.

⚠Risky category by default

Stayfree

Ob Super Tampons 10's - Buy 2 Get 1 Free | Heavy Flow | Rash

cotton/rayon blend with plastic applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; standard tampon materials don't typically require PFAS, but Stayfree makes no transparency statement.

⚠Risky category by default

Stayfree

Secure Cottony 18n

Cotton-based absorbent core, adhesives, plastic backing

C

F

PFASAll

Lower-concern category, but Stayfree has not publicly disclosed PFAS use or avoidance.

⚠Risky category by default

Lilith

Lil-Lets Super Plus Tampons

viscose rayon core, cotton cover

C

F

PFASAll

Lower-concern choice; no known PFAS risk, but brand offers no transparency.

⚠Risky category by default

Lilith

Lil-Lets Regular Non-Applicator Tampons 32pk

Rayon/viscose (primary); cotton (secondary)

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern; standard tampon materials rarely require PFAS, but brand discloses nothing.

⚠Risky category by default

Lilith

Lil-Lets Super Non-APPLICATOR Tampons

Rayon/cellulose core, cotton cover (applicator-free design)

C

F

PFASAll

Lower-concern option, applicator-free tampons typically avoid PFAS-prone coatings, but no brand disclosure.

⚠Risky category by default

Lilith

Lil-Lets Non-Applicator Super Plus Tampons X 96 | 6 Packs of 16 | Heavy Flow & Non-Applicator Super Plus Extra Tampons X 84 | 6 Packs of 14 | Very

Cotton/rayon absorbent core, no reported coating

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern for a basic uncoated tampon; no red flags but no transparency.

⚠Risky category by default

Lilith

Lil-Lets Super Tampons

rayon/viscose core, cotton cover, plastic applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern; standard tampon construction poses minimal PFAS risk, but no brand transparency.

⚠Risky category by default

Lilith

Women's Lil-Lets Organic Non Applicator Tampons Regular 16 Pack

organic cotton (tampon core); applicator-free design

C

D

PFASAll

Lower-concern choice; organic cotton tampons rarely require PFAS treatments, but brand offers no explicit PFAS statement.

⚠Risky category by default

Lilith

Lil-Lets Lite Tampons

Cotton/rayon absorbent core, cardboard applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern, standard tampon with no known PFAS triggers, but brand remains silent on sourcing.

⚠Risky category by default

Lilith

Lil-Lets Cardboard Applicator Super Tampons X 144

Cardboard applicator; rayon/viscose tampon

C

F

PFASAll

Lower-concern option; cardboard and rayon are traditional materials unlikely to contain PFAS, but brand offers no transparency.

⚠Risky category by default

Rael

Organic Cotton Tampons with Cardboard Applicators

organic cotton (tampon body), cardboard (applicator)

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern, organic cotton and cardboard lack typical PFAS triggers, though no independent verification exists.

⚠Risky category by default

Rael

Organic Cotton Tampons

organic cotton core, cardboard applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower-concern baseline, organic cotton product with no known PFAS triggers, but brand offers no transparency.

⚠Risky category by default

Rael

Tampons, Compact Applicator Tampon Made with Organic Cotton, Multipack, Regular and Super Absorbency

organic cotton (core material); compact plastic applicator (material unspecified)

C

D

PFASAll

Lower concern for PFAS; organic cotton core is safe, but plastic applicator material is undisclosed.

⚠Risky category by default

Rael

Slim Applicator Tampons

viscose/rayon tampon with applicator (likely plastic or cardboard)

C

D

PFASAll

Lower concern, standard tampon materials carry minimal PFAS risk, but no public verification.

⚠Risky category by default

Rael

Organic Cotton Core Tampons

organic cotton core

C

F

PFASAll

Lower-concern choice; organic cotton tampons rarely require PFAS treatments, but brand offers no explicit assurance.

⚠Risky category by default

Rael

Organic Cotton Core Tampons with Plant Based Compact Applicators - Regular, 18 ct. (2-Pack)

Organic cotton core; plant-based compact applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern, organic cotton and plant-based applicator avoid typical Teflon-family coating vectors, but applicator composition unconfirmed.

⚠Risky category by default

Rael

Super Tampons

Rayon (viscose) core, cotton outer layer

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; standard tampon materials don't require water-repellent coating or stain-resist treatments.

⚠Risky category by default

Rael

Organic Cotton Tampons With Cardboard Applicators - Super

organic cotton, cardboard applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower-concern choice; organic cotton + cardboard are inherently low-PFAS materials, but no explicit brand disclosure.

⚠Risky category by default

Aunt Wendy

Aunt Flow Universal Vended Value Tampon Tubes

cotton/rayon absorbent core, plastic applicator tube

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern for core product; silent on materials means limited transparency.

⚠Risky category by default

Aunt Wendy

Aunt Flow Tampon Cartridge Applicator

Cardboard tube applicator (typical construction)

C

D

PFASAll

Lower concern, cardboard applicators rarely use PFAS, but no public brand disclosure exists.

⚠Risky category by default

Aunt Wendy

Aunt Flow Tampon Cartridge

cotton/rayon core, plastic/polyethylene applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern, standard tampon materials lack typical fluorochemical triggers, but brand silent on sourcing.

⚠Risky category by default

Aunt Wendy

Aunt Flow Tampon Applicator

cardboard applicator tube

C

D

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; standard cardboard applicator with no known treatment triggers.

⚠Risky category by default

Aunt Wendy

Tampons For Vending, Original, Regular Absorbency, 500/carton

rayon/viscose and cotton blend (typical tampon composition)

C

F

PFASAll

Lower-concern choice; no known PFAS use in standard tampon materials, but brand provides no transparency.

⚠Risky category by default

DAME

Regular Cotton Tampons 16 Pack

cotton, cardboard applicator

C

D

PFASAll

Lower concern; basic cotton tampons with no known PFAS red flags, but no public transparency.

⚠Risky category by default

DAME

Organic Cotton Tampons

organic cotton (primary); viscose rayon (typical applicator core)

C

D

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern, pure organic cotton core, but no explicit brand testing or disclosure.

⚠Risky category by default

DAME

Organic Cotton Tampons Regular 16 Pack

organic cotton (no stated coatings)

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern, organic cotton core has minimal PFAS risk, but brand transparency on applicators/packaging absent.

⚠Risky category by default

DAME

Playtex Sport Tampons

rayon/viscose core, plastic applicator

C

C

PFASAll

Lower-concern category; no known PFAS risk, but brand offers no transparency.

⚠Risky category by default

Flex

Disc Annual Supply Sustainable Period Products

Medical-grade silicone (primary); no disclosed coatings

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern for silicone disc, but brand offers no reassurance, verify materials directly if risk-averse.

⚠Risky category by default

Flex

On-the-Go Period Kit

absorbent cotton/cellulose with standard polymer packaging

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; period products are intrinsically lower-risk, but Flex offers no transparency.

⚠Risky category by default

Flex

4x U By Kotex Click Comfort Flex Tampons Super Unscented 32 Count

viscose rayon core, cotton cover, plastic applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; standard tampon construction unlikely to require fluorochemicals.

⚠Risky category by default

Flex

Playtex Sport Tampons

Cotton/rayon absorbent core, plastic applicator

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern for the core material; applicator plastic warrants caution absent disclosure.

⚠Risky category by default

Flex

Disc Daily Liners Menstrual Pads Bundle

Cellulose, absorbent core, cotton-based layers

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; standard period-pad materials rarely treated with fluorochemicals, but no independent verification.

⚠Risky category by default

Lumma

Reusable Menstrual Disc

Medical-grade silicone

C

F

PFASAll

Lower-concern option; silicone menstrual discs carry minimal PFAS risk, but Lumma's silence on sourcing leaves room for improvement.

⚠Risky category by default

Lumma

L. Organic Cotton Tampons

organic cotton (no reported coatings or treatments)

C

F

PFASAll

Lower-concern choice; organic cotton tampons typically avoid PFAS-prone treatments, but verify with brand if specific wellness claims matter.

⚠Risky category by default

Lumma

6% Extra Disc MyAlma Tampons Without Applicator Super Eco 14 units

Organic cotton, cardboard applicator-free

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; no water-resistant treatment typical for unbleached cotton tampons, but brand makes no PFAS claims.

⚠Risky category by default

Lumma

L. Tampons Organic Cotton Core Regular 30 Count (Pack of 2)

Organic cotton core (no coating disclosed)

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern due to simple organic cotton construction, but Lumma provides no public disclosure on coatings or treatments.

⚠Risky category by default

Lumma

L. Organic Cotton Core Tampons Duo Pack Super/Super Plus

organic cotton core

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern, organic cotton core, but no third-party verification or brand disclosure.

⚠Risky category by default

Lumma

L. 100% Organic Cotton Core Unscented Light + Regular Tampons

100% organic cotton core

C

F

PFASAll

Lower-concern choice; organic cotton core unlikely to harbor PFAS, but brand transparency is absent.

⚠Risky category by default

Lumma

Reusable Menstrual Cup S / Pink Love

medical-grade silicone

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern menstrual cup; silicone itself is PFAS-free, but lack of brand transparency on coatings leaves room for doubt.

⚠Risky category by default

Lumma

MyALMA Organic Tampons

organic cotton, rayon (viscose)

C

F

PFASAll

Lower-concern choice; organic tampons avoid deliberate PFAS coatings, but brand provides no explicit transparency.

⚠Risky category by default

Sustain

Cotton Tampons, 100% Natural Cotton, 16-Individually Wrapped, Unscented - Regular Absorbency, Size: 16 Count (1 Pack of 16)

100% cotton, unbleached/minimal processing

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern, uncoated cotton tampons carry minimal PFAS risk typical of the category.

⚠Risky category by default

Sustain

L. Organic Cotton Tampons

organic cotton (core material); applicator type unspecified

C

F

PFASAll

Lower concern, organic cotton tampons are unlikely PFAS vectors, but lack transparent disclosure.

⚠Risky category by default

Sustain

Tsuno Super Tampons

cotton/rayon absorbent core, minimal synthetic components

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern; standard tampon with no known problematic treatments, but brand silence on materials limits certainty.

⚠Risky category by default

Sustain

Tampons

organic cotton, rayon (viscose)

C

F

PFASAll

Lower PFAS concern for core materials, but brand discloses nothing about applicators or processing.

⚠Risky category by default

Sustain

August Organic Cotton Tampons

organic cotton

C

D

PFASAll

Lower concern; organic cotton tampons carry minimal PFAS risk, but brand offers no explicit testing or assurance.

⚠Risky category by default

Always Infinity

[buy Pads Get Tampons Free] Buy Always Pads, Infinity Flexfoam Size 2, Heavy, Wings, 60 Count, GET Tampax Pearl Starter Kit Multipack with Regular/

Synthetic absorbent core, nonwoven layers, waterproof backing (composition unspecified)

F

Skip until transparency improves; waterproof menstrual products carry elevated PFAS risk.

⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Always Infinity

Always, Infinity Pads, Size 1

synthetic polymer absorbent core, nonwoven backing, waterproof film layer (unspecified composition)

F

Unknown PFAS risk due to undisclosed waterproof coating, brand transparency needed before confident recommendation.

⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Stayfree

secure XL 6N

nonwoven synthetic fibers with undisclosed waterproofing/moisture barriers

F

Skip until Stayfree discloses waterproofing chemistry; absorbent hygiene products often use fluorinated water-repellent coating coatings.

⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Stayfree

Maxi Regular 10 Count (Pack of 2)

Cellulose, absorbent core; waterproof backing (unspecified polymer)

F

Skip until brand discloses waterproof backing chemistry; menstrual products touching skin warrant PFAS transparency.

⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment