PETALING JAYA: The Health Ministry has suspended the import of 11 Taiwanese starch-based products after Singaporean authorities discovered maleic acid in some tapioca pearls or balls used in the popular “bubble tea” drink.
Food Safety and Quality senior director Noraini Datuk Mohd Othmansaid the suspension was a precautionary measure after they received early media reports on the issue.
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