Toothpaste

What is the danger

Presence of diethylene glycol (DEG) in the toothpaste is 1.2%, which may pose a health risk to consumers.

Measures taken

1. Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the producer Voluntary measuresTaken by: Other

Product

Description

18ml/0.65 oz tube labelled “Gilchrist & Soames Toothpaste/Dentifrice”. The back of the tube lists the ingredients and the words “Manufactured in China” and “Distributed by Gilchrist & Soames”. The toothpaste is packaged singly and is sometime included in dental kits with a toothbrush.

Brand

Gilchrist & Soames

Model / type

Recall concerns Gilchrist & Soames Toothpaste/Dentifrice (SKU #U001H300). 18 ml/0.65 oz tube supplied in the last 12 months.