Sudan dyes are red colored dyes that are used in wax, petrol, shoes and polish. It is forbidden to use Sudan dyes in foods. This dye is carcinogenic and doesn’t exist in foods naturally.

According to Food Standards Agency’s report,  “Mix Bisar” spice mix are recalled due to illegal Sudan I existence. The product was exported by Euro Traders in Pakistan and imported by Alif Foods into the UK.

You can see the product details below;

• Product: Mix Bisar
• Description: Orange brown powder
• Quantity: 800g in plastic bags
• Labelling: White paper label includes details of Alif Foods and Euro Traders
• Packing date: March 2008
• Expiry date: February 2010

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