The Hindu·3 min read·medium
If harmful chemicals are found in cosmetics, we will ban them: U.T. Khader
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The Hindu Bureau
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Karnataka's Health Minister has announced potential bans on cosmetic brands if laboratory tests confirm the presence of carcinogenic substances and heavy metals. Meanwhile, food safety officials have intensified inspections of hotels following the discovery of unhygienic conditions.
Officials from the Food Safety and Drug Administration (FSDA) have seized samples of cosmetics, including lipstick and sunscreen, for testing in Bengaluru. Sources said preliminary findings had revealed carcinogenic compounds and various heavy metals in the samples.
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