Triclosan
Colgate toothpaste contains potentially harmful ingredient
21 Jul 2017
The brand's 'Total' toothpaste contains triclosan, which has been linked to allergy problems, hormone function, liver and kidney damage and even cancer. Zac Fleming reports. Audio
EPA asked for $50,000 to assess handwash chemical
27 Sep 2016
The Environmental Protection Authority asked the Green Party to pay it $50,000 to continue assessing an antibacterial chemical banned in the US. Audio
MP wants Environmental Protection Authority to assess Triclosan
27 Sep 2016
The Environmental Protection Authority told an MP that assessing the chemical Triclosan, which is found in household products here but has been banned in America, is not a priority. Audio
Triclosan
27 Sep 2016
Should Triclosan, an anti-bacterial chemical used in toothpaste and hand washes, be banned here, and at what cost? Green MP Catherine Delahunty has been told there are grounds for reassessment, but… Audio