Don’t buy carcinogenic food – FDA

MANILA, Philippines — The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has cautioned the public against purchasing and consuming unregistered food products containing cancer-causing food coloring.

Laboratory tests showed Sulu Hipon Alamang and Phildave Special Alamang Ginisa contained Rhodamine B, a synthetic dye prohibited in food as it is carcinogenic.

“The presence of non-permissible food color Rhodamine B deems the food products as adulterated, which violates the Food Safety Act of 2013,” the FDA said.

Consumers are advised to consult a health care professional if they experience side effects, such as eye, skin, gastrointestinal and respiratory tract infections.

Establishments distributing, advertising or selling the violative products will face regulatory actions and sanctions.