Facts for Prelims (FFP)
Source: TH
Context: The sale of cotton candy (panju mittai) has been banned in Tamil Nadu due to the presence of cancer-causing chemicals, specifically Rhodamine-B, found in samples collected from stalls in Chennai.
- This chemical is considered substandard and unsafe under the Food Safety and Standards Act 2006.
- The immediate and long-term health hazards associated with Rhodamine-B consumption, include stomach issues, breathing problems, organ damage, and an increased risk of cancer.
