FSSAI Orders Recall of Coriander Powder, Carrageenan Over Safety Risks
What Happened
FSSAI has directed Nilgiri Oil and Allied Industries and Aquagri Processing to immediately recall two products from the market after laboratory tests found them unsafe. Shalimar's Chef - Coriander Powder was found to contain pesticide residues beyond permissible limits, while Carrageenan manufactured by Aquagri failed safety tests due to elevated cadmium levels. Retesting confirmed both findings.
Key Takeaways
The recalls highlight FSSAI's increasing focus on food safety enforcement. Companies have been ordered to withdraw the affected products under food recall regulations, reinforcing stricter scrutiny of contaminants and quality standards in India's food supply chain.