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Red Paste For Teeth And Gums
Decode Label Safety Score
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Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
The presence of Karpura (Camphor) is a notable concern, particularly for young children, due to its potential for seizures if ingested in quantity. While Sodium Saccharin is a common artificial sweetener in toothpaste, its use is a caution for those avoiding such additives. The lack of full transparency on the base ingredients prevents a comprehensive safety evaluation.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
Undisclosed base ingredients; contains Camphor and artificial sweetener
This toothpaste contains Camphor, which can be harmful if swallowed, especially by young children. It also includes an artificial sweetener, Sodium Saccharin.
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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.
Toddlers & young children (1–5)
LimitContains Karpura (Camphor), which can cause seizures if swallowed in quantity. Supervise children closely during brushing to minimize ingestion.
Why the score is capped
Base declared only as "Excipient/Base q.s.", not named — most of the formulation can't be assessed
Rule PC-CAP-16
Contains karpura in a product that is partly swallowed. Camphor is toxic when ingested, so US FDA limits it in consumer products; a toothpaste is not rinsed off the mouth
Rule PC-CAP-23 · Source: US FDA (21 CFR 310.545 and consumer warnings on camphor ingestion)
Undisclosed generic ingredient (specific compound not named)
Rule PC-CAP-08
Watch out for
Presence of artificial sweetener (Sodium Saccharin)
Preservative — flagged as a moderate-level concern — see the ingredient breakdown below.
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.
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 →Camphor
Camphor gives a cooling, medicinal sensation and is a traditional ingredient in Ayurvedic oral-care and balm products. Swallowed in quantity it is toxic: a US poison-centre practice guideline refers anyone who has swallowed more than 30 mg of camphor per kg of body weight to an emergency department, because convulsions can follow. That threshold is far above what normal brushing involves, and the label does not show how much camphor a dose of this product carries, so this is a caution about young children who swallow toothpaste, not a finding of harm from ordinary use. In the US, camphorated oil drug products need new-drug approval.
Peer-reviewed research Source: Manoguerra AS et al., Camphor Poisoning: An Evidence-Based Practice Guideline for Out-of-Hospital Management, Clinical Toxicology 44:357–370 (2006), American Association of Poison Control Centers; US FDA 21 CFR 310.502(a)(4)
Camphor: regulation, sources and other products →Decode Label Analysis
Contains Karpura (Camphor), which can be toxic if swallowed in significant quantities, particularly for young children. Supervision during use is recommended.
The majority of the product's formulation is listed as 'Excipient' without specific ingredient disclosure, limiting a full safety assessment.
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.
The claim of "clinically proven benefits" cannot be verified from the provided ingredient list or nutrition data.
The claim of cavity protection cannot be verified from the provided ingredient list or nutrition data.
The claim of tooth ache relief cannot be verified from the provided ingredient list or nutrition data.
The claim of soothing sensitivity cannot be verified from the provided ingredient list or nutrition data.
The claim of gum health cannot be verified from the provided ingredient list or nutrition data.
The claim of active freshness cannot be verified from the provided ingredient list or nutrition data.
The claim of teeth whitening cannot be verified from the provided ingredient list or nutrition data.
The claim of strong teeth cannot be verified from the provided ingredient list or nutrition data.
The claim of anti plaque cannot be verified from the provided ingredient list or nutrition data.
The claim of fighting germs cannot be verified from the provided ingredient list or nutrition data.
The claim of enamel care cannot be verified from the provided ingredient list or nutrition data.
This describes the product’s packaging or its category, not a testable attribute of the food itself — so it’s classified separately rather than flagged as a doubtful claim.
Read straight from the back-of-pack photo — quantities, sections and any disguised terms, so the small print can’t hide behind the marketing.
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Herbal Extract 2.5% w/wHerbal Extract 2.5% w/w
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MarichaMaricha (Piper nigrum, Fr., powder)
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PippaliPippali (Piper longum, Fr., powder)
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ShunthiShunthi (Zingiber officinale, Rz., powder)
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Tomar 31.04gTomar (Zanthoxylum armatum, Sd., powder)
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Lavanga 0.5gLavanga (Syzygium aromaticum, Fl. bud, oil)
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Karpura 0.5gKarpura (Cinnamomum camphora, Lf, satva)
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Pudina 0.5gPudina (Mentha species, Pl, satva)
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Gairic powder 1.8g
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PreservativePreservative (Sodium benzoate)
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Excipient unnamedExcipient - q.s.
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Sodium Saccharin 0.15% w/wartificial sweetener Sodium Saccharin
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✓ Decode Label Assessment: Favorable ⚠ Decode Label Assessment: Concern Decode Label Assessment: Neutral
Who should take caution
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What are the ingredients in Red Paste For Teeth And Gums?
The label of Red Paste For Teeth And Gums lists 12 ingredients, in label order: Herbal Extract, Maricha, Pippali, Shunthi, Tomar, Lavanga, Karpura, Pudina, Gairic powder, Preservative, Excipient, Sodium Saccharin. Flagged by the analysis: Karpura, Sodium Saccharin, Preservative.
Is Red Paste For Teeth And Gums safe to use?
Red Paste For Teeth And Gums scores 5.5/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This toothpaste contains Camphor, which can be harmful if swallowed, especially by young children. It also includes an artificial sweetener, Sodium Saccharin.
Why does Red Paste For Teeth And Gums score 5.5/10?
Flagged in the score: Presence of artificial sweetener (Sodium Saccharin). Preservative — flagged as a moderate-level concern — see the ingredient breakdown below.
Who should avoid Red Paste For Teeth And Gums?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Young children (due to Camphor ingestion risk); Avoiding artificial sweeteners; Seeking full ingredient transparency.
Is Red Paste For Teeth And Gums suitable for babies or young children?
Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
Are the claims on the Red Paste For Teeth And Gums pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 11 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "10 Clinically Proven Benefits" — can't be verified from the label. "Cavity Protection" — can't be verified from the label. "Tooth Ache Relief" — can't be verified from the label.
Answers are generated from this product's own Decode Label analysis — the score, the ingredient list and the label claims shown above. Always check the pack itself for allergen and dietary information.
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