From The Economic Times · Krishna Kumar · · 40s
Maharashtra FDA Bans Loose Spices
Maharashtra FDA bans loose spices after finding cancer-causing dyes in samples.
In brief
Maharashtra FDA bans loose spices after finding cancer-causing dyes in samples. Maharashtra FDA commissioner Tukaram Mundhe banned loose spices to prevent adulteration with industrial dyes and carcinogens. Originally reported by The Economic Times.
FDA bans loose spices
Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration banned loose spices to prevent adulteration with industrial dyes.
Cancer-causing dyes found
Spice samples from sellers in Maharashtra contained cancer-causing industrial dyes like Sudan dye and Metanil Yellow.
Action against adulteration
FDA will prosecute manufacturers adding sawdust, artificial starch, or brick powder to spices and ban unhygienic storage.
The essence
Maharashtra FDA commissioner Tukaram Mundhe banned loose spices to prevent adulteration with industrial dyes and carcinogens.
