Denmark recalls viral Korean noodles: Here's why
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'Acute poisoning' concerns Denmark
Danish food regulators have recalled three varieties of hot instant noodle products imported from South Korea due to the danger of "acute poisoning." Children and frail adults and the elderly are at risk, said Henrik Dammand Nielsen of the Danish Food and Drug Administration. Possibly symptoms include burning and discomfort, nausea, vomiting and high blood pressure, he said.
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Who faced Denmark's ire?
The noodles are made by Seoul-based Samyang Foods, one of South Korea’s largest companies, and sold across the globe. The recalled noodles include Buldak Samyang 3 x Spicy & Hot Chicken, Buldak Samyang 2 x Spicy & Hot Chicken and Buldak Samyang Hot Chicken Stew, reported Associated Press.
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High dose of spice
The Danish Veterinary and Food Administration said the products contain an overly high dose of capsaicin, an active ingredient in chile peppers but also a chemical that can be a neurotoxin and a health hazard. “The noodle dishes marketed as extremely strong must no longer be sold because consumers and especially children risk acute poisoning,” it said on Tuesday. "The capsaicin content is so high that it can pose a health hazard,” AP reported quoting authorities.
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Shops to remove products
Consumers are asked to discard them or return the noodles to the retailer. Denmark authorities are now demanding shops remove the products from their shelves.
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Noodle company's statement
In a statement to reporters, Samyang said it understands that the steps taken in Denmark were not based on product quality issues but because local authorities thought “they were too spicy and could potentially cause problems.” The company said the same noodles are exported worldwide but it was the first time they were ordered to recall them in any market. “We will closely study local regulations while responding to this recall measure,” the company said.
(With inputs on the Associated Press)
(With inputs on the Associated Press)