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Colgate Palmolive

our verdict

This brand is not cruelty free. zoobop suggests using verified clean, green, cruelty free alternatives which are good for you and the planet.

1.8

Very poor

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2.0

Poor

Clean formula

2.3

Poor

Green policy

0.0

Terrible

cruelty free

5.0

Excellent

honest label

0 1 2 3 4 5

why this score ?

Colgate is not entirely clean.

2.0

Poor

Criteria

synthetic free

naturally derived

organic certified

Ingredients used in some products can be toxic to humans. Please tap the icons for more details under each criteria to understand more.

2.0

Poor

Hazard index: according to global standards.

Please tap the ingredients to know more

7-10

potential human toxins.

3-6

moderate human toxins.

1-2

low or no human toxins

  • NO
  • YES
  • UNCLEAR
  • NOT ALL

synthetic free

Some products contain Colour~, Triclosan, Flavor~, S.L.S, B.H.T, P.E.Gs~, Sodium Fluoride, Hydrogen Peroxide, Benzyl Alcohol~, Sodium Saccharin, P.G, C.A.P.B~, Eugenol~, Lye, Potassium Sorbate~

~can be natural/ synthetic derived

naturally derived

Some Products Contain Colour~, Flavor~, P.E.Gs~, Benzyl Alcohol~, Limonene, Eugenol~, Carrageenan, Potassium Sorbate~

~can be natural/ synthetic derived

organic certified

Colgate is not entirely green.

2.3

Poor

Criteria

earth safe

recycle material

We are not clear if Ingredients used in some products are eco pollutants. We have asked brand for further clarity.
Brand's recycling policies are not clear.

2.3

Poor

Please tap the ingredients to know more

  • NO
  • YES
  • UNCLEAR
  • NOT ALL

earth safe

Ingredients used in some products are not earth friendly.
Some products contain B.H.T, Triclosan, S.L.S, Sodium Fluoride, Sodium Saccharin, Titanium Dioxide*, Zinc Oxide*

*unclear if this is non nano/ we have asked the brand for further information

recycle material

Brand uses plastics for products packaging.
We have asked them for further clarity on their recycling policies and plastic content.

TerraCycle® and Colgate® have partnered to create a free recycling program for oral care product packaging.
However, this is being done at a micro level and not globally where the brand is available.
In developing and third world countries all waste & plastic ends up in landfills.

Colgate is not cruelty free.

0.0

Terrible

Criteria

cruelty free

100% vegan

This brand tests on animals when required by law. By testing on animals, brand can no longer be considered vegan friendly.

0.0

Terrible

Please tap the ingredients to know more

  • NO
  • YES
  • UNCLEAR
  • NOT ALL

cruelty free

Brand tests on animals when required by law.

100% vegan

By testing on animals brand can no longer be considered vegan friendly*.
Some products contain Glycerin~, P.E.G 12~, P.E.G 116~

~can be plant/ animal/ synthetic derived
*zoobop does not acknowledge brands that test on animals and claim to be vegan. As the entire principle of veganism is based on kindness.

Colgate is honest.

5.0

Excellent

Criteria

honesty

Brand has transparent labelling. Complete ingredients used are mentioned on product label / their website.

5.0

Excellent

Please tap the ingredients to know more

  • NO
  • YES
  • UNCLEAR
  • NOT ALL

honesty

Colgate FAQs

Is Colgate Cruelty Free ?
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Brand tests on animals when required by law.

Is Colgate Eco friendly ?
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Ingredients used in some products are not earth friendly.
Some products contain B.H.T, Triclosan, S.L.S, Sodium Fluoride, Sodium Saccharin, Titanium Dioxide*, Zinc Oxide*

*unclear if this is non nano/ we have asked the brand for further information

Is Colgate safe ?
-

Ingredients used in some products can be toxic to humans.Please tap the icons for more details under each criteria to understand more.

Is Colgate Organic ?
-

Colgate is not organic certified.

Is Colgate safe for kids ?
-

Ingredients used in some products can be toxic to humans. Please tap the icons for more details under each criteria to understand more.

Is Colgate vegan friendly ?
-

By testing on animals brand can no longer be considered vegan friendly*.
Some products contain Glycerin~, P.E.G 12~, P.E.G 116~

~can be plant/ animal/ synthetic derived
*zoobop does not acknowledge brands that test on animals and claim to be vegan. As the entire principle of veganism is based on kindness.

Does Colgate use sustainable packaging ?
-

Brand uses plastics for products packaging.
We have asked them for further clarity on their recycling policies and plastic content.

TerraCycle® and Colgate® have partnered to create a free recycling program for oral care product packaging.
However, this is being done at a micro level and not globally where the brand is available.
In developing and third world countries all waste & plastic ends up in landfills.

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