Tainan Recalls Camellia Seed Oil Over Benzo(a)pyrene Contamination

Health authorities in Tainan have ordered the recall and removal of three batches of camellia seed oil after they were found to contain excessive levels of benzo(a)pyrene. The Tainan City Health Bureau initiated an expanded inspection of edible oil manufacturers, vendors, and restaurants within its jurisdiction.

The contaminated products were sold by Tainan Welfare Station in North District, Juxing Oil Manufacturing Plant in Dongshan District, and Dechang Business in Baihe District. The health bureau has instructed businesses to stop sales, remove the products from shelves, and initiate recalls.

Health Bureau Director Li Cui-feng detailed the findings, stating that an emergency response team was formed to investigate. The bureau is coordinating with health departments in Yunlin and Chiayi counties, as well as Taichung City, to trace the contamination back to the original manufacturers and raw material suppliers.

Consumers who have purchased the affected camellia seed oil are urged to stop consumption immediately and return the products to their point of purchase. The bureau emphasized its commitment to ensuring food safety and holding businesses accountable for violations.

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Consumers who have purchased the non-compliant products are urged to stop eating them immediately and return them to the original point of purchase as soon as possible.