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.

Dangerous bacteria linked to multiple infections found in final batches of Contaminated water used to make Tom’s of Maine toothpaste.

An FDA inspection of a Tom’s of Maine manufacturing facility led to the discovery of “significant violations” including bacteria in water used to make toothpaste and a black “mold-like” substance.