AVA investigating Indomie noodles in food safety probe

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AVA investigating Indomie noodles in food safety probe
By S Ramesh | Posted: 11 October 2010 1719 hrs
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SINGAPORE : Singapore's Agri Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) said it is carrying out investigations to ensure that Indomie noodles available in Singapore are safe for consumption.

This follows reports that Taiwan has banned Indomie's Mi Goreng.

Taiwanese authorities said para hydroxy benzoic acid, a preservative meant for cosmetics, was found in the instant noodles.

Singapore's AVA said para hydroxy benzoic acid is not allowed here in instant noodles.

Tests have been carried out, but AVA is not initiating any recall at the moment.

It said results should be completed soon.

Indomie instant noodles are produced by Indonesia's publicly-listed food giant PT Indofood Sukses Makmur. - CNA /ls

 

[xebay11]

Caught off guard again.

 

[lovesamleong]

Who? AVA or Indomie

 

[zuoom]

that's the best mi goreng.

wonder what's happening?

 

[†††††]

one in 50 year era again?

 

[Kid278]

I am beginning to wonder are all food imported into singapore checked and analysed to be safe for consumption.

Why is it that AVA has to wait for an outcry before it starts its own investigation?