Bilyonaryo Betty Ang’s Monde Nissin set the record straight about Lucky Me! instant noodles, which are now the subject of several product warnings and recall orders in some European countries.
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“We are aware of information being shared about certain Lucky Me! products in an ongoing recall in the EU and Taiwan due to the presence of Ethylene Oxide,” the listed food manufacturer said in a statement Thursday (July 7).
Monde Nissin pointed out that the recall orders “affects other companies” which produce noodle items, and even ice cream, sesame seed, spices, calcium carbonate supplements.
“We would like to clarify that Ethylene Oxide is not added in Lucky Me! products. It is a commonly used treatment in spices and seeds to control microbial growth typical in agricultural products,” Monde Nissin explained.
“These materials, when processed into seasoning and sauces, may still show traces of Ethylene Oxide,” it said.
Monde Nissin maintained that there’s no reason to stop eating a pack or two of pancit canton.
“Rest assured that all Lucky Me! products are Philippine FDA registered and comply with local food safety standards and even the US FDA standards for Ethylene Oxide,” the company said.