§ Dr. Glynasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what tests are required by his Department for possible skin injury or damage before a new biological washing powder is placed on the market; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Michael HowardNone. The enzymes in biological washing powders may aggravate allergies in some cases, but are otherwise harmless. The suppliers warn users on the packet to protect their skin against washing powders. They have now agreed to label washing powders in order to show clearly whether or not they have biological action. This will enable allergy sufferers to avoid the biological product.