India's popular spice makers MDH and Everest, are currently under FDA's radar after high levels of ethylene oxide were found in their spice blends
Hong Kong's recent suspension of three MDH spice blends and an Everest spice mix for fish curries along with Singapore's recall of the Everest spice mix, have raised questions about the safety of these products. Singapore has claimed the presence of high levels of ethylene oxide (ETO), a pesticide that poses a cancer risk with long exposure, thus deeming these products unfit for human consumption.
According to a report by Business Today, the Indian Spices Board has agreed to commence mandatory ETO testing of these consignments, stating that it is working with exporters of these recalled consignments to investigate the root cause and propose corrective measures.
Popular Indian spice brands under FDA scrutiny
The presence of high levels of ethylene oxide in India's MDH and Everest spice brands, have raised questions about their safety. (Image source: Adobe Stock)
