TOLNAFTATE is graded F (Banned) by Expert·ING, based on COSING, FDA regulatory data. It is restricted under Health Canada (Prohibited).
TOLNAFTATE
Safety grade: F
Tolnaftate is a synthetic antifungal and antibacterial agent that helps prevent the growth of unwanted microorganisms on the skin. It's commonly used in over-the-counter products to fight fungal infections like athlete's foot and jock itch.
This ingredient works by stopping the growth of fungi and bacteria, helping to prevent and treat microbial infections on the skin.
Graded using: COSING, FDA.
- Health Canada — Prohibited
Last verified: May 26, 2026
Safer alternatives to TOLNAFTATE
- BENZYL BENZOATE — Grade C. Benzyl benzoate is a established antimicrobial agent used to treat fungal and parasitic skin infections.
- CHLORHEXIDINE DIGLUCONATE — Grade B. Chlorhexidine digluconate is a broad-spectrum antimicrobial preservative effective against fungi and bacteria.
- CHLORHEXIDINE DIHYDROCHLORIDE — Grade B**. Chlorhexidine dihydrochloride is a broad-spectrum antimicrobial preservative effective against fungi and bacteria.
Other Antimicrobial ingredients
- ALCOHOL — Grade A**
- C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE — Grade A
- CETRIMONIUM CHLORIDE — Grade A
- CHLORPHENESIN — Grade B
- CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT — Grade A
- HYDROGEN PEROXIDE — Grade C**
- CETYLPYRIDINIUM CHLORIDE — Grade A