date:Jun 21, 2012
tinous rice dumpling wrapped in bamboo leaves, which are traditionally eaten during the festival. Six of the 100 randomly selected items were found to be below standard.
In addition, the department checked samples of meat sold at traditional and wholesale markets and supermarkets. However, out of 20 samples, only one product failed to meet safety standards as it contained excessive levels of sulphonamide.
The department said has asked the sellers to remove the sub-standard products from their sh