§ Sir W. Darlingasked the President of the Board of Trade if he is aware that Hyflo Supercel, imported from the United States of America for brewing processes, prior to devaluation cost £42 per ton and has now been increased by £17 per ton; and what steps he is taking to arrange for alternative sources of supply.
§ Mr. H. WilsonHyflo Supercel is the trade name for one type of diatomaceous earth imported from the United States. Diatomaceous earths are imported from a number of sources in addition to the United States, including France and Algeria, Spain, Kenya and Norway. Imports are on private account. Users have been encouraged for some time to use material from non-dollar sources, As from 5th October, imports from soft currency sources have been on Open General Licence.