| Score |  Data: Fair |
| Health Concern | MODERATE |
| Product Types | baby shampoo; baby soap; body wash / cleanser |
| Made by | Huggies by Kimberly-Clark Corporation |
| Data last updated | August 2007 |
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company policies | |
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| Compact for Safe Cosmetics | Non-signer |
| Animal Testing Policy | According to PETA, this company conducts animal tests. |
Label Information | |
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| Ingredients from packaging: | WATER, COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE, PEG 80 SORBITAN LAURATE, SODIUM TRIDECETH SULFATE, PEG-150 DISTEARATE, QUATERNIUM 15, TETRASODIUM EDTA, CITRIC ACID, POLYSORBATE 20, FRAGRANCE, GLYCERIN, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, SODIUM CHLORIDE, LAVENDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA (LAVENDER) EXTRACT, CHAMOMILLA RECUTITA (MATRICARIA) FLOWER EXTRACT |
| Directions from packaging: | Apply to baby's hair and body using your hands or a washcloth. Lather and rinse. |
| Warnings from packaging: | For external use only. Keep out of reach of children. If sensitivity to any of these ingredients or asthma exists, consult a doctor before use. |
Where to purchase | ||
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| Shop with EWG on Amazon.com | Amazon.com product page | |
ingredients |
concerns | score |
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| FRAGRANCE | Neurotoxicity, Allergies/immunotoxicity, Miscellaneous |  Data: Fair |
| PEG-80 SORBITAN LAURATE | Allergies/immunotoxicity, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Contamination concerns (ETHYLENE OXIDE, 1,4-DIOXANE, ETHYLENE OXIDE, 1,4-DIOXANE) | Data: Fair |
| PEG-150 DISTEARATE | Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Data gaps, Contamination concerns (ETHYLENE OXIDE, 1,4-DIOXANE, ETHYLENE OXIDE, 1,4-DIOXANE) |  Data: Limited |
| QUATERNIUM-15 | Allergies/immunotoxicity, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Contamination concerns (FORMALDEHYDE), Use restrictions |  Data: Fair |
| COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE | Allergies/immunotoxicity, Ecotoxicology, Contamination concerns (NITROSAMINES-in the presence of nitrosating agents), Use restrictions | Data: Good |
| POLYSORBATE-20 | Contamination concerns (ETHYLENE OXIDE, 1,4-DIOXANE) | Data: Fair |
| PROPYLENE GLYCOL | Allergies/immunotoxicity, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs), Enhanced skin absorption, Use restrictions | Data: Fair |
| TETRASODIUM EDTA | Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Enhanced skin absorption, Occupational hazards |  Data: Fair |
| CITRIC ACID | Use restrictions | Data: Good |
| CHAMOMILLA RECUTITA (MATRICARIA) FLOWER EXTRACT | None Identified |  Data: Limited |
| LAVANDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA (LAVENDER) EXTRACT LAVENDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA (LAVENDER) EXTRACT | None Identified | Data: Limited |
| GLYCERIN | None Identified | Data: Fair |
| SODIUM TRIDECETH SULFATE | None Identified | Data: Limited |
| SODIUM CHLORIDE | Innocuous | Data: Robust |
| WATER | Innocuous | Data: Robust |
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. |
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| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Moderate evidence of human neurotoxicity | FRAGRANCE | |
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. |
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| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Human skin toxicant - strong evidence | PEG-80 SORBITAN LAURATE | |
| Limited evidence of skin and immune system toxicity | PROPYLENE GLYCOL | |
| Known human immune system toxicant | QUATERNIUM-15, FRAGRANCE, COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE | |
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. |
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| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Classified as a low human health priority | WATER, SODIUM CHLORIDE, POLYSORBATE-20, GLYCERIN, COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE | |
| Classified as not expected to be potentially toxic or harmful | SODIUM TRIDECETH SULFATE, PEG-150 DISTEARATE, CITRIC ACID | |
| Classified as expected to be toxic or harmful | TETRASODIUM EDTA, PROPYLENE GLYCOL | |
| Limited evidence of sense organ toxicity | PEG-80 SORBITAN LAURATE, QUATERNIUM-15 | |
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. |
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| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Ingredient not fully labeled - identity unknown | FRAGRANCE | |
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. |
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| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Suspected to be an environmental toxin | COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE | |
| Not suspected to be an environmental toxin | WATER, SODIUM TRIDECETH SULFATE, SODIUM CHLORIDE, QUATERNIUM-15, POLYSORBATE-20, PEG-80 SORBITAN LAURATE, PEG-150 DISTEARATE, GLYCERIN, CITRIC ACID | |
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. |
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| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Classified as skin irritant | PROPYLENE GLYCOL | |
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. |
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| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Safety assessment was based on related chemical | PROPYLENE GLYCOL, PEG-150 DISTEARATE, PEG-80 SORBITAN LAURATE | |
| 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 | TETRASODIUM EDTA, POLYSORBATE-20, QUATERNIUM-15, PEG-150 DISTEARATE | |
| Not assessed for safety in cosmetics by industry panel | SODIUM TRIDECETH SULFATE, LAVANDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA (LAVENDER) EXTRACT, GLYCERIN, FRAGRANCE, CITRIC ACID, CHAMOMILLA RECUTITA (MATRICARIA) FLOWER EXTRACT | |
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. |
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| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Allowed workplace exposures restricted to low doses | TETRASODIUM EDTA | |
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. |
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| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Restricted in cosmetics (recommendations or requirements) - use, concentration, or manufacturing restrictions - Use is restricted in Canadian cosmetics | CITRIC ACID | |
| Determined safe for use in cosmetics, subject to concentration or use limitations - Safe for use in cosmetics with some qualifications | PROPYLENE GLYCOL, COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE, QUATERNIUM-15 | |
