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The Hyderabad Food Adulteration and Safety Task Force (H-FAST), along with Food Safety officials and Habeebnagar Police, raided an alleged illegal chocolate manufacturing unit in Old Mallepally and seized more than 200 kg of chocolates during a food safety enforcement operation. During the inspection, officials reportedly found expired flavouring agents and essences being used in chocolate production. The team also seized manufacturing equipment and stocks of chocolates suspected of violating food safety regulations.

Case Registered Against Unit Owner

Authorities registered a case against the unit owner for alleged food safety violations. The action forms part of ongoing efforts by food safety agencies to crack down on the manufacture and sale of unsafe food products and protect consumer health. The H-FAST task force raid highlights the continued focus of enforcement agencies on identifying food businesses that fail to comply with safety and labelling requirements. Further action is expected based on the findings of the investigation.

Source: The Hindu