Food Safety Department Prohibits Sale of Bansal Turmeric Powder in Bandipora
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Updated Oct 21
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What happened
The Food Safety Department in Bandipora prohibited the sale of Bansal turmeric powder, batch number HP-37, across the district on October 21. This order was issued after laboratory testing found the presence of Metanil Yellow, a coloring agent not permitted under food safety regulations. The Food Analyst, Hajin, collected a sample from the market and declared it unsafe in a report dated September 25, 2026.
From kashmirlife.net
Why it matters
The product, manufactured by Shri Balaji Masala, was classified as unsafe under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. The department directed that all stock of the affected batch be seized and disposed of, citing potential health risks to consumers.
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Who's involved
- HAJINFood Analyst at FICCI Research and Analysis Centre, New Delhi, who collected the sample.
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