HC Deb 06 December 1999 vol 340 cc436-7W
Dr. Cable

To ask the Secretary of State for Health what representations he has received about the removal of tooth whiteners from sale following its change of status from a medical device to a cosmetic. [100661]

Dr. Howells

I have been asked to reply.

I have received 51 representations on tooth whiteners, comprised of 32 letters from Parliamentary colleagues, seven Parliamentary questions and 12 letters from industry and the public following the confirmation from the Court of Appeal that these products are subject to the provisions of the Cosmetics Directive.