The Singapore Food Agency recalled Everest Fish Curry Masala from India alleging the presence of a pesticide.
The Centre for Food Safety in Hong Kong on April 18 recalled Everest Fish Curry Masala from India alleging the presence of a pesticide known as ethylene oxide at ranges exceeding permissible restrict.
In a assertion launched, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) mentioned “Ethylene oxide is a pesticide that is not authorised for use in food. It can be used to fumigate agricultural products to prevent microbial contamination. Under Singapore’s Food Regulations, ethylene oxide is allowed to be used in the sterilisation of spices.”
It added that though there isn’t a rapid danger to consumption of meals contaminated with low ranges of ethylene oxide, long-term publicity might result in well being points. Therefore, publicity to this substance needs to be minimised as a lot as potential.
“Consumers who have purchased the implicated products are advised not to consume it. Those who have consumed the implicated products and have concerns about their health should seek medical advice. Consumers may contact their point of purchase for enquiries,” the SFA mentioned.
