Reach · Dental Floss
Listerine Access Flosser Ultraclean Kit
Lower PFAS concern; standard flosser with no known high-risk coatings, but brand discloses nothing.
Listerine Access Flosser is a basic interdental cleaning tool with plastic handle, nylon floss, and stainless steel pick, materials not typically associated with intentional PFAS use. The brand makes no public PFAS claims. No lab data or third-party verification exists for this product, so assess as lower-risk but not certified.
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Plastic handle, nylon floss, stainless steel pick
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Category baseline
cosmetics is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement about PFAS in this product.
Uncoated safe material
Bare, uncoated material (cast iron, stainless, carbon steel, or glass) with no surface treatment to contain PFAS.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
The Reach Access Flosser uses a plastic handle (likely polypropylene or ABS), nylon floss filament, and stainless steel pick. Nylon floss does not leach chemicals during normal use in the mouth because it is not heated and contact is brief and oral-exclusive. Plastic handles in dental products rarely contact food or lips long enough to cause leaching of concern; stainless steel pick is inert. The main material concern would be if the handle were painted or coated, but no such coating has been documented for this model.
The brand's record and disclosure
Reach is owned by Edgewell Personal Care and has no known major product recalls or chemical disclosure controversies specific to their flosser line. The brand does not publish detailed material safety data or PFAS statements for this product category, which is typical for dental implements but limits transparency. No third-party testing of Reach flossers for heavy metals, phthalates, or other contaminants has surfaced in public records. The brand's overall safety posture in oral care is unremarkable; no red flags are on record.
How it compares in its category
Disposable plastic handle flossers are the standard in this category and carry similar material profiles to competitors like Oral-B and Glide flossers. No published studies show meaningful chemical differences between major brands in this format. Traditional string floss (unwaxed or waxed) eliminates plastic handle exposure but requires more dexterity; water flossers introduce electronic components and valve seals that carry different hazard profiles. For convenience and material simplicity, the Reach Access is a mid-range choice with no distinguishing safety advantage or disadvantage.
If you buy it
Use the flosser as directed (gentle flossing, not aggressive picking) to avoid gum trauma; the product itself requires no special storage or maintenance. Replace the flosser when the nylon filament frays or the handle cracks, typically every 1-3 months. Do not heat, microwave, or expose to prolonged sun, though normal bathroom storage poses no risk. If you experience gum bleeding or sensitivity, switch to a gentler technique or consult a dentist; the flosser itself is unlikely to be the cause unless the pick edge is damaged.
Beyond PFAS: other things we checked
Established hazard classes for this product type, assessed from public information. These never change the PFAS grade; a Likely flag caps the Verdict at “Buy with care.”
Plastic handle leaching (BPA/phthalates)
No testing or recalls document chemical leaching from Reach flosser handles during normal oral use. The brief contact time and oral-exclusive environment make absorption unlikely even if trace migration occurs.
Nylon filament fragmentation or ingestion
Worn or damaged nylon floss can fray and small pieces may be swallowed, though this is a mechanical wear issue, not a chemical hazard. Risk is mitigated by visual inspection and timely replacement.
Stainless steel pick corrosion or nickel leaching
Stainless steel picks are corrosion-resistant and do not leach nickel in the oral environment under normal use. No adverse reactions or product failures related to the metal component are documented.
Formaldehyde or antimicrobial coatings on handle
No evidence that Reach applies antimicrobial or protective coatings to flosser handles that would introduce formaldehyde or heavy metals. The handle is typically uncoated plastic.
Mold or bacterial growth in handle crevices
Dental flossers with grooved handles can trap moisture and harbor microbes if not air-dried between uses. This is a hygiene concern, not a chemical one, and is avoided by rinsing and air-drying the handle.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 72% confidence. It is not a lab result.
No independent PFAS lab test is on record for this exact product. A lab test could move the score in either direction.
The brand has not made a specific, verifiable PFAS-free statement, so part of this score reflects that missing disclosure rather than a confirmed material.
Formulations and coatings change between production runs. Always check the current label before buying.
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