Colgate Tandstens Kontroll toothpaste

Colgate is one of the most recognized oral care brands globally. This specific variant, 'Tandstens Kontroll' (Tartar Control), is marketed primarily in Scandinavian regions like Sweden. The brand originated in the United States in the early 19th century when William Colgate started a starch, soap, and candle business in New York City.

Today, the brand is owned by the Colgate-Palmolive Company, a multinational consumer products giant. While the brand is American, its manufacturing footprint is global. For the European market, a significant portion of production occurs in Poland, though the company maintains manufacturing facilities in several other countries to support regional distribution. The ultimate owner remains the Colgate-Palmolive Company, headquartered in the Manhattan borough of New York City.