Production Process in Toothpaste industry

By: Rahul Sui

MANUFACTURING AND OPERATION MANAGEMENT

What is Production?

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The process and methods used to transform tangible inputs(raw materials, semi-finished goods) and intangible inputs (ideas,information,knowledge) into goods or services.Resources are used in this process to create an output that is suitable for use or has exchange value

The manufacturing of large quantities of standardized products, frequently utilizing assembly line technology. Mass production refers to the process of creating large numbers of similar products efficiently. Mass production is typically characterized by some type of mechanization, as with an assembly line, to achieve high volume, the detailed organization of materials flow, careful control of quality standards and division of labor. 

Process employed in :- Mass Production

Toothpaste IngredientsAbrasives 20%-

40%Solid, insoluble particlesCausing abrasionRemove debris and residual stain from teeth

Aluminum oxideCalcium pyrophosphateCarbonates like sodium bicarbonate, calcium carbonateSilica

Binders 2% To provide consistency and shape.

Polymers like Carboxymethyl Cellulose (CMC)Alginate Gums

Humectants 20%-40%

Used in toothpaste to prevent loss of water and subsequent hardening of the product upon exposure to air.

GlycerineSorbitolPolyethylene glycolMannitol Propylene glycol

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Sweeteners and Flavors

2% each

Improve taste of toothpaste

Sweeteners: sodium saccharin, sorbitol, mannitol, xylitolFlavours: peppermint, spearmint, wintergreen, menthol, cinnamon

Surfactants 1%-2% Produce foam and aid in the removal of debris.

Sodium Lauryl SulfateSodium N-Lauryl Polyethylene glycol (PEG)

Fluoride actives Adults: 1000-1450ppmChildren:<1000ppm

Increases resistance to enamel solubility.

Sodium fluorideSodium monofluorophosphateStannous fluoride

Preservatives <1% Prevent the growth of micro organisms

Alcohols, sodium benzoate, dichlorinated phenols

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MIXING

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TUBE MAKING

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FILLING AND PUNCHING

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MOVE TO WAREHOUSE

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