UAE markets free from salmonella contaminated chocolate
Ministry says no contaminated chocolate in UAE as chocolate maker recalls stock in UK and Ireland
Dubai: The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) on Sunday said the UAE market is free from salmonella contaminated chocolate.
“Following the information circulated about Chocolate maker Mars recalling some of its stock of Galaxy, Malteasers and Minstrels confectionery from markets in the United Kingdom and Ireland, due to the potential presence of salmonella, MOCCAE has contacted Mars UAE and reassured consumers that the products available locally are not imported from either the UK or Ireland,” the ministry said in a statement.
Majd Mohammad Al Herbawi, Director of Food Safety Department at MOCCAE, reiterated that the UAE markets are free from salmonella contaminated chocolate products.
The ministry emphasised that all food products in the UAE, whether locally produced or imported, are safe for consumption as they are strictly monitored by the Ministry and relevant local authorities.
“MOCCAE also reaffirmed that there is constant coordination with relevant authorities in the UAE to ensure the safety of all imported and traded food products. Such products undergo a strict control system in accordance with the best international practices at every stage of the food chain - including conducting of laboratory tests as per the risk assessment system. An early notification mechanism helps highlight foods that pose a risk to consumers’ health,” the statement added.
