Milk purity test: How to detect detergent-based synthetic milk in just 10 seconds
Concerns over synthetic milk are growing. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India, FSSAI, has provided a simple 10-second home test. This test helps consumers identify if their milk contains detergent. Authorities have uncovered illegal m...

The advisory comes in the wake of reports of illegal milk production using harmful substances such as urea and detergent, raising serious health concerns.
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How to Check Milk Purity at Home
FSSAI recommends a quick and easy method that can be done at home:- Take 5–10 ml of milk in a container
- Shake it vigorously for a few seconds
- Observe the formation of bubbles
Rising Concerns Over Synthetic Milk
Authorities have repeatedly uncovered synthetic milk rackets where harmful chemicals such as urea and detergents are used to mimic the appearance of natural milk. The consumption of such adulterated milk can pose serious health risks, particularly for children and other vulnerable individuals.Consumer Awareness Key to Food Safety
FSSAI has urged consumers to remain vigilant and adopt simple testing methods at home to ensure food safety. The regulator continues to promote awareness campaigns aimed at helping people identify adulterated food products and make safer choices.The Economic Times Business News App for the Latest News in Business, Sensex, Stock Market Updates & More.
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