Protecting People

Protecting our consumers is one of our most important jobs. We want our consumers to use our products with the complete confidence that they and their families will be safe from any injuries. After all, our own families use P&G products.



Toxicology is the study of the adverse effects of chemicals on living organisms. This science involves an understanding of many aspects of biology and chemistry in order to determine what organs and organ systems may be effected by certain chemicals, and the mechanisms that cause these effects to take place.
 

A decision to use a specific ingredient in our products is based on a human health risk assessment (HHRA), which considers both the potential adverse effects a chemical may have (i.e., the potential hazards or human health endpoints), and the amount of the chemical that is required to cause that effect (i.e., the potential exposure or dose).

P&G scientists have been pioneers in many areas of toxicology and HHRA that are most relevant to consumer product safety. This section covers some of these areas in detail, such as:

Quantitative exposure assessment
Skin compatibility of P&G laundry detergents
What are enzymes and why do we use them in laundry detergents?
An example of HHRA: Lenor Fabric Conditioner