Bacteria and mold found during inspection of Tom’s of Maine facility, FDA says
An inspection this year of a Tom’s of Maine’s facility in Sanford, Maine, turned up several violations, including bacteria in water used to make toothpaste, bacterial growth in another type of toothpaste and “a black mold-like substance” near manufacturing equipment,
The FDA says it found bacteria and a 'mold-like' substance at a Tom's of Maine plant
The agency is requiring Tom's to submit several documents, including assessments and remediation plans for its operations, contamination hazards, testing methods and more.
FDA finds 'black mold-like substance,' bacteria-tainted water at Tom's of Maine facility
Tom's of Maine has received a warning from the Food and Drug Administration about a "black mold-like substance," as well as bacteria in the water, at the Sanford factory where its toothpaste is made.
Tom's of Maine toothpaste made with bacteria-contaminated water, says FDA
The FDA warned consumers that Tom's Simply White Clean Mint toothpaste contained a bacteria, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, which can cause blood and lung infections.
Tom's of Maine toothpaste made with bacteria-tainted water, FDA warns. Here are details.
The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.
Tom’s of Maine is being made with bacteria-filled water, says FDA
Tom's of Maine ignored 'approximately 400 complaints' related to the color, taste, and odor of its toothpaste, per the FDA.
Bacteria, mold found in Tom's of Maine factory
Bacteria, mold found in Tom's of Maine toothpaste factory
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