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Tooth Powder
Decode Label Safety Score
How we got 5.5 ShowHide
Rates 9.3/10 on the rest of its formulation — the cap is a targeted caution, not a problem with the whole product.
Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
This oral care product features a blend of traditional botanical ingredients and common oral care components. The presence of Alum, while offering astringent properties, is a point of caution due to its aluminum content, which is under ongoing debate regarding potential systemic effects. The product's transparency is limited as it only lists active ingredients without a full base formulation, making a complete safety assessment challenging. It is generally suitable for adults, but individuals with sensitive gums or those concerned about aluminum exposure should exercise caution.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Neem
- Acacia arabica
- Caryophyllus aromaticus
- Juglans Regia
- Piper Nigrum
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Traditional oral care blend with Alum; incomplete ingredient disclosure
This oral care product combines several traditional plant-based ingredients with common components like Sodium Chloride and Alum. While the botanicals offer various benefits, the inclusion of Alum raises a caution due to its aluminum content, which is subject to ongoing scientific debate regarding potential health links. The ingredient list appears incomplete, as it only details active components without a full base, limiting a comprehensive safety review.
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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.
Why the score is capped
Ingredient list looks incomplete — no cleansing/carrier base disclosed (actives only)
Rule PC-CAP-16
What's good
Rich in traditional botanical extracts known for oral health benefits
Contains natural antiseptics and anti-inflammatory agents
Watch out for
Presence of Alum (aluminum source) with ongoing safety debates
Incomplete ingredient disclosure limits full safety assessment
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.
Aluminium
Aluminium salts block sweat glands in antiperspirants. Some researchers have proposed links to breast cancer and Alzheimer's disease, though current evidence is inconclusive and regulatory bodies have not restricted its use. People who are concerned may prefer deodorants (not antiperspirants) which do not contain aluminium.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: Darbre 2005; SCCS 2020 Opinion; American Cancer Society
Aluminium: regulation, sources and other products →Decode Label Analysis
The ingredient list appears incomplete, only detailing active components without a full base formulation (e.g., water, a carrier, or a cleansing agent). This limits a comprehensive safety assessment of the entire product.
Contains Alum, which is a source of aluminum. While used for its astringent properties, there is ongoing scientific debate regarding the potential systemic effects of aluminum exposure, particularly with repeated use. (Source: Safety database caution on Aluminium)
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 'Best Ayurvedic Medicine' is a subjective superlative and cannot be objectively verified from the provided label information.
The claim 'The Symbol of Purity' is a marketing slogan and cannot be objectively verified from the provided label information.
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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Neem 8gmनीम Azadirachta indica
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Acacia arabica 10.5gmबबूल Acacia arabica
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Caryophyllus aromaticus 2.5gmलवंग Caryophyllus aromaticus
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Juglans Regia 3.5gmअखरोट Juglans Regia
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Piper Nigrum 2gmकाली मिर्च Piper Nigrum
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Sodium Chloride 6gmसेंधा नमक Sodii Chloridum
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Alum 10gmफिटकरी Alum
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Mentha piperata 0.5gmपुदीना Mentha piperata
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Carum copticum 6gmअजवाइन Carum copticum
In label order — normally largest quantity first. Select a row for the full write-up and sources.
✓ 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 Tooth Powder?
The label of Tooth Powder lists 9 ingredients, in label order: Neem, Acacia arabica, Caryophyllus aromaticus, Juglans Regia, Piper Nigrum, Sodium Chloride, Alum, Mentha Piperata, Carum copticum. Flagged by the analysis: Alum.
Is Tooth Powder safe to use?
Tooth Powder scores 5.5/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This oral care product combines several traditional plant-based ingredients with common components like Sodium Chloride and Alum. While the botanicals offer various benefits, the inclusion of Alum raises a caution due to its aluminum content, which is subject to ongoing scientific debate regarding potential health links. The ingredient list appears incomplete, as it only details active components without a full base, limiting a comprehensive safety review.
Why does Tooth Powder score 5.5/10?
Flagged in the score: Presence of Alum (aluminum source) with ongoing safety debates. Also noted: Incomplete ingredient disclosure limits full safety assessment.
Who should avoid Tooth Powder?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Sensitive gums or oral mucosa; Avoiding aluminum exposure; Known allergies to listed botanicals.
Are the claims on the Tooth Powder pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 2 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "Best Ayurvedic Medicine For Pyorrhoea" — can't be verified from the label. "The Symbol of Purity" — can't be verified from the label.
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