Low sugar levels likely


PETALING JAYA: The 10sen increase in the excise duty on sugary drinks will see manufacturers producing more sugar-free products and at lower prices, say consumer advocates.

With Malaysia having one of the cheapest sugar prices in the Asean region, coupled with the high demand by the public, this has led to industry players producing a variety of sweet products.

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