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USFDA finds arsenic content in about 30 samples of Indian basmati rice

21 Sep 2012 Evaluate

As per preliminary analysis conducted by the US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA), arsenic content has been found in about 30 samples of Indian basmati rice. Only upon completing its entire study the regulator would issue advisory to consumers. However, Indian exporters on the other hand argue that since shipments are made only after complying with required tests the basmati rice are free from arsenic content.  Arsenic is a chemical matter present in the environment from both natural and human sources. It is found in water, air, food and soil in organic and inorganic form.

A total of approximately 1,200 samples will be analyzed to examine the issue thoroughly. For this the USFDA is in process of collecting the samples and as of now it has collected 200 samples of rice and rice products available in American market from different countries including India. This data collection will be completed by the end of 2012 after which USFDA will analyze the results and determine whether or not to issue additional recommendations.

Of 200 initial samples released, the analysis found average levels of inorganic arsenic for the various rice and rice products in the range of 3.5 to 6.7 micrograms per serving. Besides, as many as 34 samples were from Indian origin basmati rice. Of that, 31 samples contained inorganic arsenic content in the range of 1.8 to 6.5 microgram per serving.

However, the regulator has advised consumers to have a balanced diet with wide variety of grains for the time being as based on the currently available data and scientific literature it does not have an adequate scientific basis to recommend changes by consumers regarding their consumption of rice and rice products.

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