Why Ethylene Oxide is Used in Spices | FISS Explains
Why Ethylene Oxide is Used in Spices | FISS Explains Introduction: Ensuring Health Safety with Ethylene Oxide: Ashwin Nayak, Chairman of the Federation of Indian Spice Stakeholders (FISS), emphasizes that ethylene oxide is used in spices to protect public health. Spices that are not properly processed can harbor harmful microorganisms like Salmonella, E. Coli, Aflatoxin, and Coliform, which pose serious health risks. Treating these spices with ethylene oxide helps eliminate these dangerous pathogens, making the spices safer for consumption. The Global Reputation of Indian Spices: Indian spices are renowned worldwide for their unique flavors and health benefits. However, recent concerns have emerged over the safety of these spices in the global market. Reports of ethylene oxide residues in exported spices have tarnished India's reputation as a leading spice producer. FISS aims to clarify the use of ethylene oxide in spices to address these concerns. Understandi...