Indonesia food regulator pressed to probe instant noodles after Taiwan, Malaysia recall


There are concerns that the 'special chicken' flavour of Indomie could contain a carcinogenic ingredient. - Reuters

JAKARTA (Reuters): A senior lawmaker and Indonesia's consumer watchdog have urged the food regulator to examine a product of one of the world's biggest instant noodle brands, following a recall in Taiwan and Malaysia on concerns it could contain a carcinogenic ingredient.

Taiwan on Monday (April 24) recalled the "special chicken" flavour of Indomie, a popular Indonesian instant noodle variety produced by Indofood CBP's, citing traces of the carcinogenic ethylene oxide, which can elevate cancer risks. Ethylene oxide is a toxic, colourless, odourless gas mainly used to sterilise medical equipment and spices.

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