Simon D. Geddes ن (@ElGed)

Nine out of ten dentists choose Colgate Colgate-Palmolive class actions Lead in Kids’ Toothpaste (2025–2026): A class action filed in California exposes that Colgate’s “Hello Kids” toothpaste contains “substantial” levels of lead. Kids’ Mouthwash Safety (2026): A federal judge recently ruled that two lawsuits can proceed against Colgate for its fluoride mouth rinses. The lawsuits exposes the health warnings against fluoride rinse use for that age group. Deceptive Recyclability Claims (2024): A lawsuit in Northern California is challenging Colgate’s “recyclable tube”, exposes fraudulent marketing. Whitening Effectiveness (Ongoing/Recent): Multiple lawsuits have targeted the effectiveness of whitening products, such as Colgate Optic White Renewal, exposes fraudulent marketing.  Pension Plan Settlement: A settlement was reached in McCutcheon v. Colgate-Palmolive Co., regarding the company’s retirement accounts exposes Colgate-Palmolive Co. stealing from it’s workforce.