Nestle Says Maggi Noodles Samples Clear Tests In India
A few months back, Indian Food Safety and Standards Authority has banned Maggi instant noodles as it found excessive lead in its tests. However, the court has lifted the ban and directed the company to test samples in labs accredited by National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories.
Nestle that enjoyed more than 80 percent of the instant noodles market in India had to recall around 2500 truckloads or 27,420 tonnes of noodles worth around $68 million. Further, the Swiss - based company was sued by the regulator for unfair trade practices. Nestle has been maintaining that its noodles are safe.
On Friday, the company said it has conducted more than 3500 tests representing 200 million packs in accredited labs in India and abroad and all reports were clear.
The company said it is committed to reintroduce the brand and would start selling the products only after getting a clearance from the accredited laboratories. (dpa-AFX)
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