Triclosan
High ConcernAlso known as
triclosan
The concern
FDA banned triclosan from over-the-counter antibacterial soaps in 2016, concluding it was not proven safe. Linked to endocrine disruption, antibiotic resistance, and disrupted gut microbiome in animal studies.
What to look for on labels
This ingredient may appear under any of the following names or codes on product labels:
- Triclosan
- triclosan
Data sourced from IARC, FDA, EFSA, WHO and EWG public data. For informational purposes only. This does not constitute medical or legal advice.