Spices banned in Singapore and Hong Kong are less than 1% of India's total exports
After the recent spice controversy, where Singapore and Hong Kong banned the sale of MDH and Everest spices in their countries due to the presence of Ethylene Oxide (EtO) residue, the Spice Board of India has taken steps to ensure the safety and quality of Indian spice exports to these regions.
Government sources told ANI that use of EtO is allowed in different countries from 0.73 per cent to up to 7 per cent. Image: ANI