Green Beaver Company Zesty Orange Natural Toothpaste
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Summary
Green Beaver Company Zesty Orange Natural Toothpaste scores 43/100. The formula itself is clean — Canadian-made, fluoride-free, SLS-free, no titanium dioxide, no synthetic dyes — yet independent third-party lab testing (Lead Safe Mama, Feb 2025, AOAC 2015.01) detected heavy metals across all four categories: 195.6 ppb lead, 26.3 ppb cadmium, 6 ppb mercury, and 23 ppb arsenic. Cadmium detection is unusual and concerning — only one of a handful of products in the 2025 survey to register on all four metals. Suspected sources: hydrated silica + calcium carbonate feedstocks. Owned by The Green Beaver Company.
Contaminants 4
Source: Lead Safe Mama 2025
Lead 195.6 ppb High
Detected at a high level — at or above health-based exposure limits. Regular exposure at this level is a genuine health concern. No safe level of lead exposure exists per CDC/AAP/WHO. Suspected source: hydrated silica or calcium carbonate feedstock.
Lead Safe Mama 2025 (SGS, AOAC 2015.01) detected 195.6 ppb lead.
Cadmium 26.3 ppb Low
A low level of cadmium — present but modest; a sourcing-quality note rather than a safety concern at typical intake.
Lead Safe Mama 2025 detected 26.3 ppb cadmium — unusual to detect in toothpaste; only a handful of products in the 2025 survey registered on cadmium.
Mercury 6 ppb Low
A low level of mercury — present but modest; a sourcing-quality note rather than a safety concern at typical intake.
Lead Safe Mama 2025 detected 6 ppb mercury.
Arsenic 23 ppb Low
A low level of arsenic — present but modest; a sourcing-quality note rather than a safety concern at typical intake.
Lead Safe Mama 2025 detected 23 ppb arsenic — above the 10 ppb cosmetics threshold.
Key ingredients 6
Calcium CarbonateNeutral
Mineral fortificant and anti-caking agent — benign.
See more about Calcium Carbonate →SorbitolNeutral
Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol used as a sweetener and humectant. It is generally recognized as safe for oral use, although excessive consumption may cause digestive discomfort.
See more about Sorbitol →Hydrated SilicaNeutral
Standard mild toothpaste abrasive — safe at typical use.
See more about Hydrated Silica →MentholNeutral
Menthol provides a cooling sensation and fresh flavor. It is safe for oral use in small amounts, but excessive ingestion may cause gastrointestinal issues.
See more about Menthol →Tea Tree OilGood
Tea tree oil has natural antibacterial properties that can help reduce oral bacteria. It is generally safe for topical use, but caution is advised regarding ingestion in large amounts.
See more about Tea Tree Oil →XylitolVery Good
Xylitol is a natural sweetener that inhibits the growth of cavity-causing bacteria. It is safe for ingestion and beneficial for oral health.
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