Detergents
Introduction
European and domestic legislation requires that certain ingredients in detergents and other household and industrial cleaning products meet strict standards for biodegradability. The law also requires information to be provided on the labels of products to advise consumers as to the concentration, in percentage ranges, of these ingredients, and also of the presence of certain allergens.
Our Work
We have carried out a project examining the labelling of detergents and cleaners and have informed manufacturers and suppliers whose products were found to be incorrect and have advised them of how to rectify their labels. Because the results of the project were rather disappointing we plan to repeat it in the future to see if compliance has improved.
Contact
Trading Standards Service
Montgomery House
Monarch Way, Winchester SO22 5PW
tel 01962 833620
fax 01962 833698
email tsadvice@hants.gov.uk
Links
Heath and Safety Executive
The Chemicals Regulation Directorate is part of the Health and Safety Executive, and their web site provides information on the detergents legislation.
International Association for Soaps, Detergents and Maintenance Products (A.I.S.E)
The International Association for Soaps, Detergents and Maintenance Products is the trade body that represents manufacturers of cleaning products. Their website provides information on the law and cleaning products in general.
Hampshire County Council, The Castle, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8UJ
This page was last updated on 12 April 2012. © Copyright Hampshire County Council 2012.