Zhonglian Oil Undergoes Extensive Testing After Carcinogen Found
Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Zhonglian Oil is testing nearly 30 batches of soybean oil from April to June.
- Previous tests found a carcinogenic substance, benzopyrene, in some batches of oil produced by Zhonglian and supplied to other companies.
- The results of the latest tests are expected next week.
Zhonglian Oil is undergoing rigorous testing of nearly 30 batches of soybean oil produced between April and June, with results anticipated as early as next week. This intensified scrutiny follows earlier findings that revealed concerning levels of a carcinogenic substance, benzopyrene (BaP), in some of its products. Previously, a batch of 1,300 metric tons of oil produced on April 4 was found to have BaP levels four times the legal limit. Further investigations indicated that 1,309.6 metric tons of oil, also contaminated, were supplied to other major oil producers, including Fushou and Fuma. This revelation has raised significant public health concerns. The company's proactive testing of a large volume of its current output signals an effort to address the contamination issue and reassure consumers. The upcoming results will be crucial in determining the extent of the problem and the effectiveness of any corrective measures taken by Zhonglian Oil.
Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.