Singapore recalls Everest fish curry masala alleging pesticide presence: ‘Levels exceed limits’
Hindustan TimesSingapore recalled Everest Fish Curry Masala alleging the presence of elevated levels of ethylene oxide. The move comes in response to a notification issued by the Centre for Food Safety in Hong Kong which noted the presence of ethylene oxide at levels that surpassed permissible limits. Singapore Food Agency said in a statement, “The Centre for Food Safety in Hong Kong has issued a notification on the recall of Everest Fish Curry Masala from India due to the presence of ethylene oxide at levels exceeding permissible limits.” Following this Singapore Food Agency directed importer Sp Muthiah & Sons Pte. As per Singaporean regulations, there is a permissible application of the chemical in the sterilisation of spices but the elevated levels in Everest Fish Curry Masala pose a potential health risk to consumers.
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