SINGAPORE - In response to the
recent reports of Coca-Cola and Pepsi products potentially containing
cancer-causing colouring, a spokesperson from Coca-Cola Singapore has stepped out
to say the caramel colouring used in all the company's products are safe.
"All of our products are safe and comply with regulations in every
country where we operate," said Laura Davidson, Manager of Public Affairs
and Communications for Coca-Cola Singapore.
She added that Singapore's Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) has
approved the use of the caramel found in Coca-Cola products.
Nevertheless, Coca-Cola is asking their caramel manufacturers to modify
their production process to reduce the amount of 4-methylimidazole (4-MI) in
the caramel.
4-MI is a carcinogen which forms when ammonia or ammonia and sulfites
are used to manufacture the caramel coloring that gives the sodas their
distinctive brown colors, according to the Center for Science in the Public
Interest (CSPI).
CSPI went on to estimate that the 4-MI in Coke and Pepsi is responsible
for thousands of cancer cases in the US every year.
However, US regulators say 4-MI levels in the products are within
safety limits.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), citing the results of giving
4-MI to mice, said that 1,000 cans of Coke or Pepsi would be required to reach
the amount needed to cause cancer in mice.
Davidson reassured consumers that the changes in the production process
will not affect the formula or the taste of Coca-Cola.
"The Coca-Cola Company is not changing the world-famous formula
for our Coca-Cola beverages. The changes will not affect the color or taste of
Coca-Cola.
"Over the years, we have updated our manufacturing processes from
time to time, but never altered our Secret Formula," she said.
She said that Coca-Cola remains committed to the highest quality and
safety of their brands.
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