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Plastic-Free Rating
Oral Care
Oral Care·Boka

Ela Mint Toothpaste

A
PFR Grade
Excellent — minimal plastic, transparent materials, safe for daily use
Nano-hydroxyapatite n-Ha instead of fluoride. No SLS no artificial sweeteners no carrageenan.
PFR Approved

Nano-hydroxyapatite toothpaste. No SLS no artificial sweeteners. Plastic tube.

Score Breakdown

How scores are calculated

Materials (40%): How plastic-free the product is — raw materials, construction, and coatings.

Packaging (20%): Is the product packaged in plastic? Is it recyclable?

Transparency (20%): Does the brand disclose ingredients, sourcing, and manufacturing?

Durability (20%): How long does it last? Longer-lasting products reduce plastic waste over time.

Materials
9
Packaging
4
Transparency
9
Durability
7

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Last updated: April 13, 2026

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Moderate Exposure Risk — Why This Product Category Matters

The average toothpaste tube is made of multilayer plastic-aluminum laminate and cannot be recycled. Many whitening products contain microplastic abrasives.

Why We Recommend This Product

Boka uses nano-hydroxyapatite n-Ha the same mineral that makes up 97% of tooth enamel. No SLS no artificial sweeteners no carrageenan. Popular with holistic dentists.

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