Colgate Toothpaste 2-Pack
Eco Score 2.3/10

Some eco benefits

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Colgate Toothpaste 2-Pack

Standard plastic-handled toothbrush. Dentist-recommended bristle quality, but the polypropylene handle is not recyclable through most curbside programs and an estimated 1 billion end up in landfill annually in the US alone.

$5.99 4 pack
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Pros

  • ✓Cheap and familiar
  • ✓Widely available
  • ✓Consistent bristle quality

Cons

  • ✗Plastic handle never biodegrades
  • ✗Not curbside recyclable
  • ✗Replaced every 3 months
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