FDA on Triclosan: What Consumers Should Know
“Triclosan is an ingredient added to many consumer products to reduce or prevent bacterial contamination. It may be found in products such as clothing, kitchenware, furniture, and toys. It also may be added to antibacterial soaps and body washes, toothpastes, and some cosmeticsproducts regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)…Animal studies have shown …