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Super Rakshak Toothpowder
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This foaming fluoridated tooth powder offers effective cavity protection with fluoride, but its use of Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) as a primary foaming agent may cause irritation for individuals with sensitive oral tissues. The presence of undisclosed 'Flavours' also limits transparency for those with specific sensitivities or allergies. It is generally suitable for adults, but careful supervision is needed for young children due to fluoride ingestion risk.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Calcium Carbonate
Fluoride for cavity protection, but contains irritant surfactant and undisclosed flavours
This tooth powder provides effective cavity protection through fluoride. However, it contains Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS), a known irritant for some individuals, especially those with sensitive gums or canker sores. The product also lists 'Flavours' without specific disclosure, which can be a concern for people with flavour sensitivities or allergies.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Avoiding certain additives or colours — Sodium Lauryl Sulfate is declared.
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Concern breakdown
Score out of 10 · higher = fewer concernsHow this product performs on each concern we check for oral care. This is a breakdown of the same evidence behind the score above — not a separate verdict.
Other audiences
LimitContains fluoride (Sodium Monofluorophosphate) — use only a pea-sized amount and supervise brushing to limit swallowing, as excessive ingestion can lead to fluorosis.
Why the score is capped
Primary surfactant with recognised irritation potential (EU SCCS)
Rule PC-CAP-05
Undisclosed generic ingredient (specific compound not named)
Rule PC-CAP-08
What's good
Contains fluoride (Sodium Monofluorophosphate) for effective cavity protection
Calcium Carbonate provides gentle abrasive action for cleaning
Watch out for
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) can irritate sensitive oral tissues
Lack of transparency regarding specific 'Flavours' used
Sodium Saccharin — intense artificial sweetener - widely used in toothpaste; not a classified carcinogen.
Ingredient Concerns safety database
Sources cited below may be Indian (FSSAI) or international (EU, US, WHO, IARC) — an international classification or law is evidence, not an Indian regulatory finding.
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
SLS is an aggressive surfactant that strips skin of its natural oils, disrupts the skin barrier, and can cause contact dermatitis, canker sores, and eye irritation. People with eczema, psoriasis, or sensitive skin should avoid SLS-containing products. It is particularly harsh in oral care products where it contacts mucous membranes.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: SCCS; American Academy of Dermatology; Herlofson & Barkvoll 1996
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate: regulation, sources and other products →Saccharin (E954)
Saccharin is an approved intense sweetener and is used in small amounts to flavour toothpaste. An earlier rodent-bladder finding was judged not relevant to humans and IARC moved it to Group 3 (not classifiable) in 1999. The WHO (2023) nevertheless advises against relying on non-sugar sweeteners for weight control. In toothpaste the amount swallowed is very small.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: IARC Monographs Vol. 73 (1999); WHO guideline on non-sugar sweeteners (2023); EFSA/JECFA acceptable daily intake
Saccharin: regulation, sources and other products →Fluoride
Fluoride in toothpaste prevents tooth decay; the EU caps it at 0.15% fluorine. Swallowing a lot of toothpaste while the permanent teeth are forming (under about 6 years) can cause dental fluorosis, so children should use a smear or pea-sized amount, be supervised, and spit. For adults it is a benefit, which is why this is information, not a deduction.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: EU Regulation 1223/2009 Annex III (max 0.15% fluorine); SCCS opinions on fluoride
Fluoride: regulation, sources and other products →Decode Label Analysis
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) is a strong surfactant and foaming agent that can cause irritation to oral mucous membranes, especially in individuals prone to canker sores or with sensitive gums. (EU SCCS)
The term 'Flavours' is generic and does not disclose specific flavouring compounds, which can be a concern for individuals with sensitivities or allergies to particular flavour ingredients.
Claim check
Front-of-pack marketing claims checked against this product's actual ingredients and nutrition. "Can't verify" means the label does not provide enough information to check the claim — it is not the same as the claim being false.
This is a general health benefit claim that cannot be verified from the provided ingredient list or nutrition information.
The ingredient list includes Calcium Carbonate, which confirms the presence of calcium and minerals.
The product is marked with a green dot, indicating it is 100% vegetarian.
Read straight from the back-of-pack photo — quantities, sections and any disguised terms, so the small print can’t hide behind the marketing.
7 entries as printed on the label · 6 distinct ingredients (some are declared more than once).
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Foaming Fluoridated Tooth PowderFOAMING FLUORIDATED TOOTH POWDER
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Sodium Monofluorophosphate listed twiceSODIUM MONOFLUOROPHOSPHATE
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Calcium CarbonateCALCIUM CARBONATE
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Sodium Lauryl SulphateSODIUM LAURYL SULPHATE
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Flavor undisclosed fragranceFLAVOR
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Sodium Monofluorophosphate listed twiceSODIUM MONOFLUOROPHOSPHATE
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Sodium SaccharinSODIUM SACCHARIN
Listed twice: an ingredient appears more than once in the same part of the list. This may indicate two separate ingredient blends in the formulation, or a duplication in how the label was recorded.
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✓ Decode Label Assessment: Favorable ⚠ Decode Label Assessment: Concern Decode Label Assessment: Neutral
Who should take caution
About this ingredient
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No detailed safety data in our database yet for this ingredient.
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What are the ingredients in Super Rakshak Toothpowder?
The label of Super Rakshak Toothpowder lists 6 ingredients, in label order: Foaming Fluoridated Tooth Powder, Calcium Carbonate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Flavours, Sodium Monofluorophosphate, Sodium Saccharin. Flagged by the analysis: Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Sodium Saccharin, Sodium Monofluorophosphate.
Is Super Rakshak Toothpowder safe to use?
Super Rakshak Toothpowder scores 5.0/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This tooth powder provides effective cavity protection through fluoride. However, it contains Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS), a known irritant for some individuals, especially those with sensitive gums or canker sores. The product also lists 'Flavours' without specific disclosure, which can be a concern for people with flavour sensitivities or allergies.
Why does Super Rakshak Toothpowder score 5.0/10?
Flagged in the score: Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) can irritate sensitive oral tissues. Sodium Saccharin — intense artificial sweetener - widely used in toothpaste; not a classified carcinogen. Also noted: Lack of transparency regarding specific 'Flavours' used.
Who should avoid Super Rakshak Toothpowder?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Sensitive oral tissues or recurrent canker sores (due to SLS); Allergies or sensitivities to undisclosed flavour ingredients; Individuals seeking full ingredient transparency.
Are the claims on the Super Rakshak Toothpowder pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 3 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "Stronger Healthier Teeth" — can't be verified from the label.
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