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Initial Look Evaluation (ILE)

Nontoxic Certified

Offers a quick overview of product safety, focusing on verified non-toxic items.

The Initial Look Evaluation (ILE) costs $650 USD, and requires around 4 hours of study. Renewal costs $0 USD.

For Products
Health
Environmental
Industry
Food

Key Strengths

  • Low-commitment entry point to ingredient safety screening
  • Tiered pricing makes it accessible for BIPOC and small companies
  • Identifies harmful ingredients before costly reformulation is needed
  • Bridges the gap between current formulation and full Nontoxic Certified status
  • Backed by a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a public health mission
  • Provides consulting hours alongside the evaluation

Ideal For

This evaluation is best suited for product manufacturers — particularly small to mid-sized brands — who are in the early stages of developing or reformulating products and want to understand their toxic chemical exposure before committing to full certification. It is especially valuable for BIPOC-owned businesses and companies new to ingredient safety screening who want a low-risk entry point into the nontoxic product space.

Target Audiences

Product Manufactures

Relevant Roles

Consultant

Industries

Manufacturing
Retail
Healthcare

Alignment & Recognition

Product Categories

Knowledge
Values/Processes

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick Facts

Type

Evaluation

Regions
North America
Global
Languages

English

Cost Breakdown

Registration / Initial$650
Renewal$0
First-year total$650

Sources & Citations

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Nontoxic Certified

Last verified Mar 10, 2026