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Indian Neem Toothpaste to Be Scrutinized by Kiwi Health Authorities
Though Henkel India, the manufacturer’s of “Neem Active” toothpaste, has claimed that the product does not contain the poisonous Diethylene Glycol (DEG), which causes nausea, abdominal pain, urinary problems and kidney-related problems, breathing problems, lethargy, convulsions, coma and even death when ingested, the New Zealand Health Ministry has said that it will order its experts to carry out tests on the product immediately to ensure that it meets New Zealand health standards.
Kiwi authorities have also announced that they would be contacting Canadian authorities who have issued health warnings on “Neem” toothpaste and have banned the product from being sold in their country.
Several Indian supermarkets in New Zealand contacted by NZPA said they stocked and sold the toothpaste.
Last week the Ministry of Health updated the list of Chinese toothpastes found in New Zealand containing DEG, after Institute of Environmental Science tests found 16 products with unacceptably high levels of the toxic chemical.
While the ministry stopped short of telling people to avoid all Chinese-made toothpaste, it advised people to check the ingredients – adding that DEG may be present even when not listed on the label.
Auckland's Discount House said it did not have stocks of Neem toothpaste yesterday, but would have some tomorrow.
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