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Score
Data: Limited
Health ConcernHIGH
Product Typesanti-fungal treatment; athlete's foot treatment
Made byTing by HERITAGE
Data last updatedMarch 2009
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Report for HERITAGE | Ting | Ting Athlete's Foot & Jock Itch, Anti-fungal Spray Liquid

Ting Athlete's Foot & Jock Itch, Anti-fungal Spray Liquid

Health concerns of ingredients
About the ratings
Overall Hazardyes
Canceryes
Developmental & reproductive toxicityyes
Allergies & immunotoxicityyes
Use restrictionsyes
Other HIGH concerns: Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Miscellaneous, Multiple, additive exposure sources, Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs)
Other MODERATE concerns: Neurotoxicity, Contamination concerns
Other LOW concerns: Endocrine disruption, Ecotoxicology, Data gaps, Enhanced skin absorption, Occupational hazards

company policies

Compact for Safe CosmeticsNon-signer
Animal Testing PolicyUNKNOWN: As of EWG's last review, this company is not certified by PETA or Leaping Bunny as not testing on animals.

Label Information

Ingredients from packaging: Active Ingredients: Tolnaftate (1% antifungal)Inactive Ingredients: BHT, Fragrance, Isobutane ((propellant)), SD Alcohol 40B (41% w/w)
Directions from packaging:Clean the affected area and dry thoroughly. Shake can well, hold 4" to 6" from skin. Spray a thin layer of the product over affected area twice daily (morning and night) or as directed by a doctor. Supervise children in the use of this product. Pay special attention to the spaces between the toes. Wear well-fitting, ventilated shoes. Change shoes and socks at least once daily. For athlete's foot use daily for 4 weeks. If condition persists longer, consult a doctor.Store at room temperature 15°-30°C (59°-86°F).
Warnings from packaging:WarningsTamper resistant aerosol can for your protection.For external use only. Flammability warning: contents under pressure. Do not puncture or incinerate. Flammable mixture; do not use near fire or flame, or expose to heat or temperatures above 49°C (120°F). Use only as directed. Intentional misuse by deliberately concentrating and inhaling contents can be harmful or fatal. When using this product, avoid contact with the eyes. Do not use in or near the mouth or the eyes, for nail or scalp infections. Stop use and ask a doctor if irritation occurs or if there is no improvement within 4 weeks. Do not use on children under 2 years of age unless directed by a doctor. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

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EWG provides information on personal care product ingredients from the published scientific literature, to supplement incomplete data available from companies and the government. The ratings below indicate the relative level of concern posed by exposure to the ingredients in this product - not the product itself - compared to other product formulations. The ratings reflect potential health hazards but do not account for the level of exposure or individual susceptibility, factors which determine actual health risks, if any. Learn more | Legal Disclaimer
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ingredients

concerns score
FRAGRANCENeurotoxicity, Allergies/immunotoxicity, Miscellaneous
Data: Fair
ISOBUTANEAllergies/immunotoxicity, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Multiple, additive exposure sources, Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs), Contamination concerns (BUTADIENE)
Data: Fair
BHTCancer, Developmental/reproductive toxicity, Endocrine disruption, Allergies/immunotoxicity, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive)
Data: Fair
TOLNAFTATEOrgan system toxicity (non-reproductive), Ecotoxicology, Use restrictions
Data: Fair
SD ALCOHOL 40BOrgan system toxicity (non-reproductive), Multiple, additive exposure sources, Enhanced skin absorption
Data: Limited


Cancer*

*Listed below are cancer concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer, drawn from Skin Deep data sources. Some concerns may be specific to how a product is used or formulated; product scores reflect those variances.

type of concern product conditions ingredient(s)
One or more animal studies show tumor formation at high doses BHT

Developmental/reproductive toxicity*

*Listed below are developmental/reproductive toxicity concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer, drawn from Skin Deep data sources. Some concerns may be specific to how a product is used or formulated; product scores reflect those variances.

type of concern product conditions ingredient(s)
One or more animal studies show developmental effects at high doses BHT

Neurotoxicity*

*Listed below are neurotoxicity concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer, drawn from Skin Deep data sources. Some concerns may be specific to how a product is used or formulated; product scores reflect those variances.

type of concern product conditions ingredient(s)
Moderate evidence of human neurotoxicity FRAGRANCE

Endocrine disruption*

*Listed below are endocrine disruption concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer, drawn from Skin Deep data sources. Some concerns may be specific to how a product is used or formulated; product scores reflect those variances.

type of concern product conditions ingredient(s)
One or more animal studies show endocrine disruption at high doses BHT

Allergies/immunotoxicity*

*Listed below are allergies/immunotoxicity concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer, drawn from Skin Deep data sources. Some concerns may be specific to how a product is used or formulated; product scores reflect those variances.

type of concern product conditions ingredient(s)
Human skin toxicant - strong evidence BHT, ISOBUTANE
Known human immune system toxicant FRAGRANCE

Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive)*

*Listed below are organ system toxicity (non-reproductive) concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer, drawn from Skin Deep data sources. Some concerns may be specific to how a product is used or formulated; product scores reflect those variances.

type of concern product conditions ingredient(s)
Classified as expected to be toxic or harmful TOLNAFTATE, ISOBUTANE
Limited evidence of sense organ toxicity BHT, SD ALCOHOL 40B

Miscellaneous*

*Listed below are miscellaneous concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer, drawn from Skin Deep data sources. Some concerns may be specific to how a product is used or formulated; product scores reflect those variances.

type of concern product conditions ingredient(s)
Occupational hazards related to handling SD ALCOHOL 40B, ISOBUTANE
Ingredient not fully labeled - identity unknown FRAGRANCE

Multiple, additive exposure sources*

*Listed below are multiple, additive exposure sources concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer, drawn from Skin Deep data sources. Some concerns may be specific to how a product is used or formulated; product scores reflect those variances.

type of concern product conditions ingredient(s)
Designated as safe for general or specific, limited use in food ISOBUTANE, BHT
Used in food or as an additive with limited or no toxicity information available SD ALCOHOL 40B, ISOBUTANE

Ecotoxicology*

*Listed below are ecotoxicology concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer, drawn from Skin Deep data sources. Some concerns may be specific to how a product is used or formulated; product scores reflect those variances.

type of concern product conditions ingredient(s)
Suspected to be an environmental toxin and be persistent or bioaccumulative TOLNAFTATE
Not suspected to be an environmental toxin ISOBUTANE

Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs)*

*Listed below are irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs) concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer, drawn from Skin Deep data sources. Some concerns may be specific to how a product is used or formulated; product scores reflect those variances.

type of concern product conditions ingredient(s)
Human any irritant - strong evidence products for use around the eyes, on the skin, or may be aerosolized (airborne) ISOBUTANE

Data gaps*

*Listed below are data gaps concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer, drawn from Skin Deep data sources. Some concerns may be specific to how a product is used or formulated; product scores reflect those variances.

type of concern product conditions ingredient(s)
Risk assessment method deficiencies and data gaps - Maximum reported "as used" concentration is basis of safety assessment by industry safety panel (Cosmetic Ingredient Review, CIR) - implicit safe concentration limit in product ISOBUTANE, SD ALCOHOL 40B
Not assessed for safety in cosmetics by industry panel FRAGRANCE, TOLNAFTATE
Risk assessment method deficiencies and data gaps - Maximum reported "as used" concentration is basis of safety assessment by industry safety panel (Cosmetic Ingredient Review, CIR) - implicit safe concentration limit in product BHT

Occupational hazards*

*Listed below are occupational hazards concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer, drawn from Skin Deep data sources. Some concerns may be specific to how a product is used or formulated; product scores reflect those variances.

type of concern product conditions ingredient(s)

Use restrictions*

*Listed below are use restrictions concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer, drawn from Skin Deep data sources. Some concerns may be specific to how a product is used or formulated; product scores reflect those variances.

type of concern product conditions ingredient(s)
Violation of government restrictions - Banned or found unsafe for use in cosmetics TOLNAFTATE