Gold Antibacterial Bar Soap

Name: Gold Antibacterial Bar Soap
Brand: Dial

PFR Grade

Fair — some plastic content or limited transparency

While not packaged in plastic, it contains triclocarban (or benzalkonium chloride in newer formulations) as an antibacterial agent, which can have environmental and health concerns. Contains synthetic fragrance and dyes.

PFR Caution

A classic antibacterial bar soap known for its iconic scent and germ-fighting properties. Widely used in households.

Score Breakdown

How scores are calculated

Materials (40%): How plastic-free the product is — raw materials, construction, and coatings.

Packaging (20%): Is the product packaged in plastic? Is it recyclable?

Transparency (20%): Does the brand disclose ingredients, sourcing, and manufacturing?

Durability (20%): How long does it last? Longer-lasting products reduce plastic waste over time.

Materials

Packaging

Transparency

Durability

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This is a rating of this specific product only — not the company. Other products from this brand may score differently.

Last updated: April 8, 2026

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Moderate Exposure Risk — Why This Product Category Matters

Synthetic Plastic Content

synthetic plastic by weight

Why We Rated It This Way

Dial's Gold Antibacterial Bar Soap is made from Soap [Sodium Tallowate, Sodium Palmate, Sodium Cocoate, Sodium Palm Kernelate], Water, Glycerin, Stearic Acid, Coconut Acid, Palm Acid, Palm Kernel Acid, Fragrance, Sodium Chloride, Tetrasodium Etidronate, Pentasodium Pentetate, Titanium Dioxide, Yellow 5, Red 40. Certifications: Dermatologist Tested.

Chemical & Health Analysis

Each chemical of concern is broken down below — what it is, where it comes from in this product, what it does to the body, and who is most at risk.

Various plastic chemicals

Source

Dial Gold Antibacterial Bar Soap

Health Risk

Contains antibacterial agents (triclocarban/benzalkonium chloride) which can contribute to antibiotic resistance and may be skin irritants. Contains synthetic fragrance and dyes.

Who Is Most At RiskEveryone

All health claims are based on published, peer-reviewed research from the NIH, WHO, IARC, and peer-reviewed journals. This information is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice.