The US Food and Drug Administration is looking into products made by two Indian spice makers for allegedly containing a cancer-causing pesticide.
Earlier this month, Hong Kong suspended sales of three spice mixes made by MDH and another by Everest over alleged high levels of ethylene oxide.
MDH and Everest products are among the most popular in India and worldwide.
Everest has previously said its products are safe for consumption, while MDH has not commented.”The FDA is aware of the reports and is gathering additional information about the situation,” an FDA spokesperson told Reuters news agency.
Source: MDH and Everest: US health officials probe Indian spice mix pesticide claims