HC Deb 01 May 1980 vol 983 c627W
Dr. Roger Thomas

asked the Secretary of State for Industry what are the companies involved in the marketing of 2,4,5-T in the United Kingdom both at wholesale and retail levels; what tonnage each firm handles; and what is the commercial value of the product, both wholesale and retail.

Mr. David Mitchell

The MAFF publication " Approved Products for Farmers and Growers 1980 " lists companies which formulate 2,4,5-T products in the United Kingdom. Details of retail outlets, tonnages and values are not available.

Dr. Roger Thomas

asked the Secretary of State for Industry what is the commercial value of 2,4,5-T used annually in the United Kingdom for the years 1975 to 1979.

Mr. David Mitchell

2,4,5-T is not separately distinguished in the overseas trade statistics, and it is therefore not possible to assess the commercial value of the substance used annually in the United Kingdom.

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