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Bacillus Cereus, a type of bacteria known to cause foodborne illness, has been detected in various soya-based food products. This incident was reported on February 26, 2025, by the Centre for Food Safety of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.
The presence of Bacillus Cereus in food products falls under the category of bio-contaminants, which can pose significant health risks if ingested. The discovery of this bacterium in soya-based food items highlights the importance of monitoring and regulating food safety to protect consumers.
Authorities are currently investigating the extent of the contamination and identifying the specific products affected. Consumers are advised to remain informed about the situation and to adhere to any guidance provided by food safety officials.
The Centre for Food Safety continues to work diligently to ensure the safety of food products available in the market and to prevent similar incidents in the future. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available regarding this incident.
- Incident: Bacillus Cereus has been detected in Soya-Based Food Products.
- Date: 2025-02-26
- Product: Soya-Based Food Products
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- Incident Category: Other incident
- Hazard Category: Bio-contaminants
- Source: Centre for food safety - The Goverment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
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