Chinese herbal products are commonly used in food as ingredients or as flavourings in small amounts, says the Singapore Food Agency.
Pei Pa Koa-flavoured food products are unlikely to have any food safety issues, said the Singapore Food Agency . SINGAPORE: While Pei Pa Koa-flavoured food products are unlikely to have any food safety issues, people should consume them in moderation.Pei Pa Koa - also known as Pi Pa Gao - is a herbal syrup meant to relieve cough and soothe sore throat.
The agency noted that Chinese herbal products are commonly used in food as ingredients or as flavourings in small amounts. Such food products are required to meet SFA's safety requirements, and they should not be intended for preventing, treating or alleviating illnesses. Singer Zayn Malik reveals he brings a bottle of Pei Pa Koa with him everywhere: 'Good for your vocal cords'According to the company's Singapore website, the product includes ingredients such as
Malaysia's health ministry said on Jul 30 that the sale of ice cream with Pei Pa Koa was against the law. Under Malaysia's Food Act, it is an offence to adulterate edible items with medicine or sell such items.
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