Microplastics in 26 toothpastes: HC orders expert committee to probe

The High Court on Tuesday ordered the formation of a three-member expert committee to investigate reports that 26 out of 34 toothpaste brands available in the country's market contain what has been described as 'harmful microplastics'.

The committee has been asked to submit its investigation report to the court within 15 days.

An HC bench, comprising Justice Khizir Ahmed Chowdhury and Justice Md Ziaul Haque, issued the order.