Metallic contaminant exceeds legal limit in prepackaged dried lily bulb sample
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Food name:
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特選百合 (Not available in English)
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Brand:
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樓上 (Not available in English)
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Place of origin:
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China
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Net weight:
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303 grams
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Best-before date:
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February 28, 2026
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Metallic contaminant:
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Cadmium
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Detected level:
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After considering the factor for dried foods, the sample contained Cadmium at a level of 0.67 parts per million.
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Maximum level of metal:
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0.05 parts per million
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Sampling location:
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A retail outlet in Tsing Yi
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Remarks:
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- The Centre for Food Safety has instructed the vendors to stop selling the affected product.
- According to the Food Adulteration (Metallic Contamination) Regulations (Cap 132V), any person who sells food with metallic contamination above the legal limit may be prosecuted and is liable upon conviction to a fine of $50,000 and imprisonment for six months.
- Based on the level of Cadmium detected in the sample, risk assessment showed that adverse health effects are unlikely under usual consumption.
- The Centre for Food Safety will continue to follow up on the unsatisfactory result, including tracing the source of the affected product. Prosecution will be instituted should there be sufficient evidence.
- Investigation is ongoing.
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END/ Wednesday, May 21, 2025