SFA finds no formaldehyde in tested cabbages from China

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The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) confirmed on September 4, 2026, that tests on cabbages and other vegetables imported from China showed no evidence of formaldehyde contamination. The agency initiated this stepped-up surveillance following reports that cabbages in China’s Hebei province were illegally treated with formalin, a formaldehyde solution, to preserve them during transport. The original reports surfaced after a blogger alleged that workers in Tunken township had dipped produce in the solution. The SFA stated that it would maintain its current monitoring and testing program to ensure the safety of food imports.

Consequences

The SFA will continue its surveillance and testing of food products from China to maintain compliance with safety regulations. Consumers are advised to continue practicing food hygiene by washing their hands and produce thoroughly.

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