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"We are currently working with Nestle and the European Commission to investigate a report of higher than expected levels of lead and undeclared MSG in Maggi Noodles," an FSA statement said.

Maggi, a popular brand of noodles manufactured in India, was banned in several Indian states after high levels of lead and excessive amount of taste enhancer such as monosodium glutamate (MSG) were detected in the instant snack.

Meanwhile, Nestle UK stressed that Maggi products sold worldwide were "completely safe."

It said in a statement: "Nestle UK and Ireland is working closely with the Food Standards Agency and local authority. As a precautionary measure the FSA have requested testing of Maggi noodle products in the UK.

UK launches Maggi tests for lead content - The Economic Times
 

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The FSA is aware of the recent incident in India involving Maggi Noodles. We are currently working with Nestlé UK and the European Commission to investigate a report of higher than expected levels of lead and undeclared Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) in Maggi Noodles.
The batch of noodles originally tested by the authorities in India, which was found to contain lead, was not sold in the UK
Further information for consumers on Maggi Noodles | Food Standards Agency
 
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