Food Dyes Archives

Bengaluru Scientists Turn Coffee-Stain Effect Into Powerful Food Safety Tool 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- October 31, 2025
Key Update Indian researchers achieved a breakthrough in food safety by using the coffee-stain effect to detect toxic dyes and contaminants at trillionth levels. The Raman Research Institute (RRI), Bengaluru, supported by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), turned this simple phenomenon into a low-cost, highly sensitive method for testing food and water safety,
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Study Finds Synthetic Dyes in 20% of U.S. Foods 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- June 26, 2025
Report A new U.S. study has found that 1 in 5 packaged foods and drinks sold by leading food manufacturers contain synthetic food dyes. Published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the research highlights the widespread use of artificial colouring agents, especially in products marketed to children. Red 40 Leads the
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Widespread Violations in Karnataka’s Ice Cream, Soft Drinks Units 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- April 4, 2025
Overview Following a two-day inspection, Karnataka’s Food Safety and Drug Administration Department (FDA) found that nearly 50% of local manufacturers of ice cream, ice candy, and soft drinks violate hygiene and safety standards. Out of 220 units inspected, 97 received official notices, while the remaining were warned for poor storage practices. Alarming Additives in Popular
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Food Safety Officials Crack Down on Substandard Watermelons 0

Report The Food Safety Department has urged consumers to check watermelons carefully before purchasing to ensure they are free from harmful chemicals. Officials inspected various selling points in Tiruppur, Tamil Nadu, on Thursday and Friday as part of their ongoing drive against artificially colored and rotten watermelons. Officials Seize Over 1,100 kg of Poor-Quality Watermelons

Bengaluru Idli Sales Drop After FDA Hygiene Inspections 0

Report After the Food Safety and Drug Administration Department (FDA) conducted inspections across Karnataka, idli sales at Bengaluru’s popular darshinis dropped significantly. Customers are increasingly cautious about hygiene, with some specifically asking if cloth is used in the cooking process. Shift in Customer Preferences Breakfast spots in areas like Malleswaram, RT Nagar, and Jayanagar report

FDA Cracks Down on Adulterated Food and Spices in Bengaluru 0

Report After cracking down on the use of plastic sheets in food preparation, the FDA launched statewide inspections in Bengaluru to address rising complaints about food quality. The inspections targeted hotels, messes, and bakeries to ensure safety. During these inspections, FDA officials discovered adulterated spices and substandard ingredients, including jaggery, oil, paneer, and tea powder.