Audio Article #105: Spice & Vice in India
Update: 2025-03-04
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Spices from India draw upon a rich cultural and regional heritage that delight food lovers the world over. The spice industry is a strong contributor to India’s exports and GDP. However, in April 2024, Hong Kong’s food safety department drew attention to the presence of carcinogenic pesticide residues, ethylene oxide (EtO), in several spice mixes imported from India. Despite quick investigation and subsequent action by the Food Safety and Standards Authority in India, governmental regulations concerning the use of EtO in India remain problematic, especially domestically. International organizations are limited in their enforcement capabilities and in implementing healthier alternatives.
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