Sodium monofluorophosphate has very slight toxicity. It is so weak that it may lead to toxic reactions only if ingested in high doses over a long period of time.
Safety information on this substance is described below:
- Emergency Overview: Harmful if swallowed
- GHS Hazard Category: Acute oral toxicity; Category 4
- WARNING WORD: Warning
- Hazard statement: H302 Harmful if swallowed
It is well known that it is against science to put aside the dosage while discussing the toxicity. The vast majority of chemicals can be harmful if exposed in excess.
As a fluorine-containing additive, sodium mono fluorophosphate also follows this principle.
In our daily life, we come into contact with items containing sodium monofluorophosphate, either in the form of anti-caries, anti-allergy and anti-bacterial toothpaste, or in some drinking water, or in some food products.
These products need to strictly implement the safety standards of food hygiene before they are allowed to be produced and sold. Therefore, it is no need to worry about poison of the sodium monofluorophosphate (SMFP).
As for how much time is considered long term when using toothpaste with sodium monofluorophosphate, check the dosage of this substance explanation within the post “ Is sodium monofluorophosphate harmful？“for detailed instructions.
In conclusion, sodium monofluorophosphate is not harmful as long as it is ingested properly.
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Besides, the production of sodium monofluorophosphate used in toothpaste is under strict inspection to meet the safety regulations, which can promise the safety dosage of this chemical.
