Addressing the alleged presence of ethylene oxide (ETO), MDH stated, "these claims are untrue and lack any substantiating evidence." The company emphasized that neither the Spice Board of India nor the food regulator FSSAI had received any correspondence or test reports from authorities in Hong Kong or Singapore. MDH reaffired its compliance with health and safety standards both domestically and internationally, highlighting its tagline, 'Asli Masale Sach Sach, MDH MDH' ('Real Spices of India'), as a reflection of its dedication to providing authentic, high-quality spices.
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Everest, denied claims of its products being banned in Singapore and Hong Kong but faced a recall of 'Everest Fish Curry Masala' in Singapore, while India's FSSAI will inspect spices domestically