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Education departments enforce spice ban until Jan. 20
Taipei and New Taipei City banned chili and curry powders in school lunches after finding Sudan dyes. The ban, effective until Jan. 20, 2025, ensures meal safety.2024/11/05 09:20 -
Taiwan MOHW tackles chili powder contamination crisis
Taiwan’s Health Minister, Hsueh Jui-yuan, addresses the Sudan III contamination in chili powder, highlighting the careful response needed to ensure food safety. Hsueh rules out a blanket ban on imported chili powder due to its importance in local cuisine, opting for increased inspections instead. Several local governments, including New Taipei City and Taipei, have halted the use of chili powder in school meals as a precaution.2024/03/07 12:05