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RECYCLE ON US

SMALL CHANGES CREATE BIG IMPACTS.

At Crest and Oral-B, we know that small changes can have a big impact. From the toothpaste you use to the energy we consume when making toothbrushes, small acts can lead to a healthier mouth and a healthier planet.

That’s why we’re working hard to reduce waste, energy consumption, and greenhouse emissions. But we can’t do it alone. With your help, we can make an even bigger impact—here’s how.

Working together for a cleaner, greener planet. Working together for a cleaner, greener planet.

Working together for a cleaner, greener planet.

Participating in the Recycle on Us program is free and easy.

Collect: Gather all your used oral care waste, including spent toothbrushes, floss containers and toothpaste tubes and pack them into any size box.

Print: When the box is full, seal it up and download a free shipping label from the website.

Mail: Ship the full box to our processing facility for recycling

Your personal information will be submitted to The Eco Option in order to receive your recycling shipping label. Your personal information will be managed according to The Eco Option's privacy policy. Your personal information will be managed according to The Eco Option’s Privacy Policy. If you have questions, please contact The Eco Option at [email protected] or 1-800-865-1543.

Less waste, more planet

Less waste,
more planet.

We’ve made important changes to our toothpaste manufacturing process that has helped reduce our water usage by millions of gallons. But together, we can make an even larger impact on water consumption.

Simply turning off the faucet when brushing your teeth can save up to 2 billion gallons of water per year!

Across North America, our manufacturing sites produce toothpaste and toothbrushes using 100% Renewable Electricity—reducing greenhouse gas emissions equal to removing 10,000 cars off the road for an entire year.

And, when you buy products made in North America you help reduce transportation emissions, too—like the Crest and Oral-B products that are made right here in the USA.

Less waste, more planet
Less waste, more planet

Our manufacturing sites in North America are certified Zero-Manufacturing-Waste-to-Landfill. Over half of all the waste generated is immediately recycled, and the rest is converted back into energy—creating a lasting impact that benefits the planet, communities, and future generations.

Join us by participating in Recycle on Us our sustainability effort to recycle your old oral care products.

Recycle on US
beats the recycling bin.

Sponsored by Crest & Oral-B, Recycle on Us helps tackle oral care waste like used toothbrushes, brush heads, toothpaste tubes, and dental floss, some of which are never processed through traditional recycling. With your help, we can change that.

Send us your used dental care products (yes, even your old toothbrush). We will organize, sanitize, and recycle it all for you—giving recycled plastics entirely new life. That’s more school benches, new bottles, and even clothes!

Brush. Rinse. Repeat. beats the recycling bin
Bigger smiles for the next generation.

Bigger smiles for
the next generation.

We continue to innovate our products, manufacturing and distribution processes—bringing the latest in sustainable oral care to you and a healthier planet to future generations.

Our Clic Toothbrush uses 60% less plastic than other manual brushes, while still delivering a reliable clean with the latest bristle technology all through a sleek and sophisticated design.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS
You can send in used oral care products including toothbrushes, brush heads, toothpaste tubes, mouthwash containers, floss containers, floss string, and floss picks.
We’re working hard to make it easy for you to recycle your used electric toothbrushes through Recycle on Us at a participating dental office recycle center. This service will be coming soon and you’ll be able to use our locator tool to find a participating office near you
Yes! We encourage you to send in all your used oral care products and packaging, no matter the brand.
You can send in as much or as little as you like—there is no weight limit to the oral care products you’d like to recycle! To get the most out of each shipping label, try to collect as much oral care waste as possible before shipping.
No, participating in Recycle on Us is completely free.
No, it is not necessary to clean the products you plan on recycling. However, be sure to remove any leftover toothpaste or mouthwash from tubes and bottles. UPS will not accept dripping packages, so make sure the items are dry before shipping.