'Brewed as Tea'... Omija and Others Detected Exceeding Pesticide Limits

The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety announced on the 16th that seven agricultural and forestry products, which can be used for medicinal purposes, were found to be non-compliant with pesticide residue standards.

In April, the Ministry, together with local governments, conducted intensive inspections on 382 agricultural and forestry products distributed and sold in markets and large supermarkets, focusing on pesticide residues, heavy metals, and sulfur dioxide.

As a result of the inspection, five Omija products and one dried ginger (health) product exceeded the allowable pesticide residue limits, and one Yam (San-yak) product was found non-compliant with sulfur dioxide standards. The competent authorities have taken measures such as suspension of sales, recall, and disposal.

Additionally, producers will face penalties such as fines.

The Ministry stated, "We will continue to conduct safety inspections on distributed agricultural products and take strict actions against intentional illegal activities to create a safe food environment."

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