FSSAI clarifies the carcinogenic compound in the MDH masala, here is the report

FSSAI has reported that no ethylene oxide was detected in the spice samples of MDH and Everest brands tested in 28 accredited laboratories. The results from six other laboratories are yet to be received.  MDH masala news  In response to quality concerns raised by Hong Kong and Singapore, FSSAI initiated the sampling of powdered spices from all brands. It includes MDH and Everest, across India last month.The Center for Food Safety in Hong Kong has issued a warning advising consumers against purchasing specific spice mix products from MDH and Everest due to the presence of ethylene oxide exceeding the allowable limit.The affected products include MDH’s Madras Curry Powder, Everest Fish Curry Masala, MDH Sambhar Masala Mixed Masala Powder, and MDH Curry Powder Mixed Masala Powder.Reports indicate that a nationwide campaign was launched on April 22. It involves all state and Union Territory food safety commissioners and regional directors of FSSAI.  MDH masala ban news The Center for Food Safety in Hong Kong has issued a warning advising consumers against purchasing specific spice mix products from MDH and Everest due to the presence of ethylene oxide exceeding the allowable limit.The affected products include MDH’s Madras Curry Powder, Everest Fish Curry Masala, MDH Sambhar Masala Mixed Masala Powder, and MDH Curry Powder Mixed Masala Powder.Reports indicate that a nationwide campaign was launched on April 22. It involved all state and Union Territory food safety commissioners and regional directors of FSSAI. FSSAI report on MDH masala According to reports, Everest spice samples were collected from two manufacturing facilities.FSSAI has taken 25 samples from MDH across 11 manufacturing facilities.All products were tested for quality and safety parameters. It includes pesticide residues.Additionally, the samples were analyzed for Ethylene Oxide (ETO) at NABL-accredited laboratories designated by FSSAI.The scientific panel at FSSAI reviewed the laboratory reports. Panel confirmed that no ethylene oxide traces were found in the samples, as per sources.