Tom’s of Maine toothpaste was cited by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for violating Current Good Manufacturing Practices by using contaminated water in its products and being sold to consumers despite knowledge of the contamination.

US Tom’s of Maine toothpaste was made with water containing multiple strains of dangerous bacteria and sold to consumers anyway, according to a warning letter p

Water used to make Tom’s Simply White Clean Mint Toothpaste contained bacteria that can cause blood and lung infections,