Clean Label Project leads the movement for transparency and safety in food and consumer products. We believe consumers deserve clear, accurate information and aim to reveal hidden dangers while promoting accountability among brands. Through partnerships, educational campaigns, and policy advocacy, we push for stricter regulations on harmful substances like heavy metals and pesticides. By empowering consumers and supporting safety-focused brands, we drive a shift toward a transparent, trusted marketplace. Join us in advocating for a future where every product is a safe choice.
Discover verified products tested by Clean Label Project, build smarter grocery lists, and stay informed with the latest health and food safety news.
Key Finding: 100% of organic coffees tested contained AMPA, despite glyphosate being banned for organic use.
Key Finding: Dry dog foods tested revealed high levels of lead, mercury, arsenic, and cadmium.
Key Finding: Plastic chemicals were found in over 90% of infant formulas tested, including brands approved for WIC.
Key Finding: More than half of the top-selling children’s OTC medications contained plastic chemicals.
Key Finding: Nearly half of the top-selling protein powders exceed safety thresholds for heavy metal contamination.
Key Finding: Testing detected six classes of industrial contaminants across 165 top-selling snack and nutrition bars.
The Clean 16 is the Clean Label Project’s spotlight on the 16 products in a category with the lowest level of contaminants. The ranking reflects cumulative purity scores based on our rigorous testing panels. The Clean 16 empowers consumers to make more informed, data-driven decisions for the products they purchase and brands they support. Discover The Clean 16 for our study categories below.
