The sale of two popular Indian brands has been banned in Singapore and Hong KongActually, Hong Kong has taken this step after the alleged identification of carcinogenic pesticide ethylene oxide in many spicesLet us tell you that Singapore had also taken similar action against the spices of an Indian company last weekIn which it was alleged that the quantity of ethylene oxide was more than the prescribed limit, But what exactly is ethylene oxide and how does it harm food items?Let us know in detail today.
What is Ethinyl Oxide?
Ethyl oxide is commonly used as a disinfectantIt is used as a pesticide for field cropsIts use is strictly prohibited in food itemsActually, the fish curry masala of an Indian company in which ethylene oxide was found has been banned by the International Agency for Cancer Research 1 Are classified as carcinogens Ethyl oxide poses serious health risks, Including the risk of breast cancer.
Company’s denial
Indian spice brand Everest has denied reports of its products being banned in Singapore and Hong KongThe company has said that Everest spices are not banned in any countryAll our products are safe and high quality.
In a conversation with NDTV , the company spokesperson said that after Hong Kong’s alert, Singapore has temporarily held our spices for investigationHe said that Only one product out of 60 will be tested.
Hong Kong’s Food Safety Department issued a statement that MDH Group Three Masala Mix, Madras Curry Powder, High amount of ethylene oxide has been found in Sambhar masala powder and curry powderThis carcinogenic pesticide has also been found in Everest’s fish curry masalaIn such a situation, after the increasing controversy over these spices, India has ordered testing of all the spices