SG Food Agency

2023-06-02 06:28:37 [𝐅𝐎𝐎𝐃 𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐋]

SFA has directed Kee Wee Hup Kee Manufacture Pte Ltd to recall EGO Honey Dates after the detection of sulphur dioxide, an allergen, at levels exceeding the maximum limit stated in the Singapore Food Regulations. The allergen was not declared on the food packaging.

Excessive levels of sulphite in food could result in allergic reactions in individuals who are hypersensitive to sulphite. Symptoms include hives, itchiness, stomach ache, diarrhoea and vomiting. Food products containing ingredients that are known to cause hypersensitivity must be declared on food packaging labels to safeguard public health.

Consumers who have purchased the implicated products should not consume them. Consumers who feel unwell may wish to seek medical attention.

https://go.gov.sg/2jun23egohoneydates Buka / Bagaimana

2023-05-31 13:13:32 Qing Ye Trading Pte Ltd was fined $5,000 by the Court today for illegally importing fresh produce for sale. Its director Kang Soon Poh was also fined $5,000 for failing to prevent the offence from being committed.
 
In Aug 2022, a truck carrying food produce consigned to Qing Ye Trading Pte Ltd was stopped and referred for checks at Woodlands Checkpoint. During a follow-up inspection, SFA found that the company illegally imported approximately 216kg of undeclared and under-declared fresh fruits and vegetables. All illegal consignments were seized.
 
In Singapore, food imports must meet SFA’s requirements. Fruits and vegetables can only be imported by licensed importers, and every consignment must be declared and accompanied with a valid import permit. Illegally imported vegetables are of unknown sources and can pose a food safety risk (e.g. if unregulated or high level of pesticides are used). The long-term ingestion of excessive pesticide residues through the consumption of vegetables that have been subjected to pesticide abuse could lead to adverse health effects.
 
Read more: go.gov.sg/qingye31may23 Buka / Bagaimana

2023-05-31 13:13:28 Buka / Bagaimana

2023-05-30 14:45:02 The Ministry of Health, the Singapore Food Agency, and the Early Childhood Development Agency are investigating three incidents of gastroenteritis reported at MindChamps preschools.

As of 12pm on 30 May 2023, 79 children and 10 staff reported gastroenteritis symptoms after consuming food prepared by Nosh Cuisine Pte Ltd between 17 May and 29 May 2023.

In view of the suspected ongoing transmission, SFA has suspended the food business operations of Nosh Cuisine Pte Ltd located at 171 Kampong Ampat, #05-12 and #06-10, KA Foodlink, Singapore 368330 with effect from 30 May 2023 until further notice.

Food safety is a joint responsibility. SFA would like to remind food operators to observe good food and personal hygiene practices at all times. SFA will not hesitate to take firm action against anyone found to be in violation of the Environmental Public Health Act.

Read more: https://go.gov.sg/suspension30may23 Buka / Bagaimana

2023-05-24 13:58:41 ACD Logistics Pte. Ltd. has been fined $18,500 for the illegal import of meat and seafood products.

On 10 Sep 2021, Immigration and Checkpoints Authority officers detected a consignment of meat products without a valid import permit. SFA officers found about 500kg of meat and seafood products illegally imported from the Philippines.

All imported food must meet SFA’s requirements. Food can only be imported by licensed importers, and every consignment must be declared and accompanied with a valid import permit. Additionally, meat and its products can only be imported from accredited sources in approved countries.

Read more: www.go.gov.sg/24may23acdlogistics Buka / Bagaimana

2023-05-17 15:44:08 Chee Song Foods Pte Ltd, a licensed meat importer, was fined $35,000 by the Court today for failure to arrange for inspection, examination, and certification by SFA, as well as for selling a consignment of frozen chicken products prior to inspection.
 
In Singapore, upon import of meat products, importers must arrange for these products to be inspected, examined and certified by an authorised examiner before it is sold, distributed or exported. Meat products which are found to be unfit for human consumption will be seized and disposed.
 
Read more: https://go.gov.sg/cheesongfoods17may23
 
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2023-05-17 09:02:55 Buka / Bagaimana

2023-05-15 14:11:14 [𝗙OOD RECALL]

SFA’s continued market surveillance on infant food products has detected arsenic in the following infant products at levels exceeding the maximum limit stated in the Singapore Food Regulations:
 
a) Wen’s Baby Cereal Puree Whitebait and Pumpkin
b) Wen’s Baby Cereal Puree Whitebait and Purple Sweet Potato
c) Holle Organic Wholegrain Cereal Rice
 
SFA has directed Naoki Trading and Chadil Pte Ltd to recall the affected batches of the product.
 
Arsenic is a heavy metal found naturally in the earth’s crust and in the environment. Long term intake of arsenic can cause cancer and skin changes. Hence, exposure through food, especially those meant for young children, should be kept as low as possible. To minimise exposure to arsenic, consumers are advised to offer their infants a balanced diet with a wide variety of food. More information on arsenic can be found on SFA’s website: https://www.sfa.gov.sg/food-information/risk-at-a-glance/arsenic-in-rice-and-infant-rice-cereal.
 
Consumers who have purchased the implicated products are advised not to feed it to their children. Those whose children have consumed the implicated products and have concerns about their children’s health should seek medical advice. Consumers may contact their point of purchase for enquiries.
 
Read more: https://go.gov.sg/infantproducts15may23
 
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