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May

7

Filed Under Bisphenol-A, Dear SafeMama, FAQ, Skin Care

As the mother of a 2 year old who does occasionally chew on his toothbrush, I wondered of its safety. Apparently, I’m not alone in this and I’ve gotten a dozen emails from parents asking this very question. Do toothbrushes have Bisphenol-A in them? Are they safe?

SafeMama Jaime, our resident researcher, took on the challenge of finding out what some those little toothbrushes are made of. In the interest of efficiency she contacted a couple of the most popular child toothbrush carriers Oral-B and Learning Curve. Here are the results:

Oral-B carries a bevy of children’s toothbrushes, and we were pleased to find that ALL children’s toothbrushes are made with polypropylene (#5) plastic. The heads and bristles are made with Dupont Nylon Tynex, thermaplastic elastomer, brass staple wires, pigments, and some have the heat transfers.

Learning Curve reported in:

American Red Cross Toddler Toothbrush 2 Pack: Polypropylene #5 (outer) TPA Krayton (inner) and have nylon bristles

Infant to Toddler Oral Care Kit: Polypropylene #5 with nylon bristles;
Infant Finger Brush: Silicone

Alicia from The Soft Landing has already determined that the Sassy Teach Me Toothbrush Set and the Raz-A-Dazzle Silicone Toothbrush is Non-Toxic/BPA Free as well.

This is just a few popular ones, that thankfully are BPA free.

Updated May 7, 2008:

Gerber Grins & Giggles: Polycarbonate plastic toothbrush head and Nylon bristles. We therefore have to assume this toothbrush is not BPA Free.

Updated June 27, 2008:

Baby Buddy: Baby’s 1st Toothbrush is made of 100% Food Grade Silicone and does not have BPA, Lead, Pthalate or PVC. Available on OneStepAhead.com.

We have feelers out on a few other brands so we’ll re-post as we get that information.

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Posted by: SafeMama Kathy on May 7, 2008

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4 Responses to “FAQ: What’s In My Toddler’s Toothbrush?”

Mamafish on April 12th, 2008 12:26 am

I am wondering if the Gerber Grins & Giggles Toddler Toothbrush is BPA-free? Thanks!
Alexandra Houck on April 12th, 2008 2:09 am

I’d be intrested to know if Crest Sesame Workshop toothbrushes are BPA-free.
Amanda Youngblood on April 12th, 2008 11:08 pm

Any word on the Colgate brushes?
cheryl on April 15th, 2008 7:11 am

what about the coloured bristles in toothbrushes..is the dye used a problem? i bought my son a natural bristled toothbrush but the head seems just a tad large for his 2 and half year old mouth.