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On March 7, 2025, a significant food safety incident was reported involving unauthorised food colorings detected in various varieties of chilli powder. The issue originated from China and falls under the category of adulteration, which raises concerns regarding food safety and regulatory compliance.
The incident was flagged through the Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF), a system designed to ensure a coordinated response to food safety risks across Europe. The detection of unauthorised substances in food products can pose serious health risks to consumers, leading to strict regulatory scrutiny and potential market withdrawals.
Chilli powder is a widely used spice in many cuisines, and the presence of unauthorised colorings not only undermines product integrity but also raises questions about the sourcing and quality control measures in place. Authorities are expected to take appropriate actions to address the issue and ensure that affected products are removed from the market to protect consumer health.
This incident highlights the importance of monitoring food products for safety compliance and the need for vigilance in the supply chain to prevent adulteration. Stakeholders in the food industry are urged to remain informed about such alerts to mitigate risks associated with food safety violations.
- Incident: Unauthorised Food Colorings has been detected in Varieties Of Chilli Powder.
- Date: 2025-03-07
- Product: Varieties Of Chilli Powder
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- Origin of issue: China
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- Incident Category: Control
- Hazard Category: Adulteration
- Source: Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF)
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