Phillip Prather News Today

The Australian Tea Tree Industry Association (ATTIA) has attempted to assure the cosmetics industry that it is doing its best to challenge the proposed classification of tea tree oil as a reproductive toxin.

The Australian Tea Tree Industry Association (ATTIA) has attempted to assure the cosmetics industry that it is doing its best to challenge the proposed classification of tea tree oil as a reproductive toxin.

We spoke to COO at Down Under Enterprises and Chair of the Australian Tea Tree Industry Association, Phillip Prather, about the latest developments for this ancient ingredient, which was discovered by the indigenous Bundjalung people.

well, im aware of information that you share from time to time. what i would ask that if you have the current rational for not doing it and whatever data supporting it. i think the committee would be some on the committee would be interested in seeing it. i appreciate your indulgence. also, can you tell us how much of this cargo congress said should be screened before it comes to this country is actually screened when it gets here? >> yes, i can give you those numbers. ill be happy to ...