Laos bans import of well-known Thai instant noodles over health concerns


Lao Department of Food and Drugs bans the importation of Thai instant boat noodles, also known as Kuay Tiew Rua following reports of bacteria contamination in the product. - Laotian Times

VIENTIANE, April 23 (Laotian TImes): Laos has prohibited the import of well-known Thai instant boat noodles, also known as Kuay Tiew Rua following reports of bacteria contamination in the product.

The Department of Food and Drugs in Laos issued a notice earlier this month to ban the import of Lerros Instant Boat Noodles from Thailand as it contained an exceeding amount of the bacteria Bacillus cereus than the usual standard, which could cause health issues.

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