Gathering Data From Hong Kong, Singapore: Spices Board On MDH, Everest Ban

Officials said an advisory has also been issued to exporters.

As the controversy surrounding some products of Indian brands MDH and Everest being banned in Hong Kong and Singapore over the alleged presence of harmful compounds continues to simmer, the Spices Board has said it is gathering information and reports from authorities in both places. 

Officials at the Board, which comes under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, said technical data, analytical reports and information regarding exporters are being obtained. 

An advisory has also been sent to exporters to raise awareness and prevent Indian products from being flagged in the future, the officials added.