Denmark recalls South Korean noodles over threat of 'developing acute poisoning'
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A popular South Korean instant noodle brand has been banned by Denmark for being too spicy. The authorities have also advised consumers that the fiery food poses a poisoning risk.
In a statement on Tuesday, the Danish Veterinary and Food Administration noted that three Samyang Foods noodle products were assessed to have dangerous levels of capsaicin.
Capsaicin is a chilli pepper extract which has analgesic properties. It has been used as a homoeopathic remedy to treat burning pain since it was found.
The three products from the Samyang instant ramen line - Buldak 3x Spicy & Hot Chicken, 2x Spicy & Hot Chicken, and Hot Chicken Stew - were being withdrawn from sale in Denmark.
According to the Danish body, the level in a single packet of noodles was "so high that they pose a risk of the consumer developing acute poisoning".
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"If you have the products, you should discard them or return them to the store where they were purchased," the statement added.
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A few researchers have highlighted that breathing difficulties, diarrhoea, pain and redness in the eyes or on the skin and respiratory distress (if inhaled) are among the possible risks and side effects of consuming food with dangerous levels of capsaicin.
In its response, Samyang Foods said it was the first time the company's products had been recalled because they were deemed too hot. The company also added that it would work to better understand local regulations in export markets.
While speaking to the news agency AFP, a spokesperson for the company said, "Currently, the products are being exported around the world, but this is the first time they have been recalled for this reason."
(With inputs from agencies)