Denmark Bans Spicy Noodles, Labels Them a Health Hazard

Copenhagen, 14th June 2024: In an unprecedented move, the Danish Food Authority has banned three instant noodle products from South Korea, citing health concerns. The products, all from Samyang Foods, have been deemed too spicy for consumption, with officials warning that their high capsaicin content could make them act like poison upon entering the body.

The banned products are:

– Buldak 3x Spicy & Hot Chicken
– 2x Spicy & Hot Chicken
– Hot Chicken Stew

The Danish Food Authority has ordered that any noodles bought from these lines should be immediately returned to the store. They have also issued a strong advisory against minors consuming these noodles and instructed parents to contact poison control if their children exhibit severe symptoms after eating them.

The Danish Food Administration’s statement emphasized the health risks posed by the excessive spiciness of these noodles, which contain dangerous levels of capsaicin. This compound, responsible for the spiciness, can cause significant harm if ingested in large amounts.

Consumers are urged to check their purchases and heed the recall notice promptly. The authority’s primary concern is the safety of children, who are the most frequent consumers of such products.

Samyang Foods has expressed surprise at the ban, noting that this is the first time their products have faced such action in Denmark. The company has committed to better understanding and complying with local regulations in the future.

Samyang Foods, a global favorite, earned over $110 million last year. Despite the ban, the company continues to see strong growth and popularity worldwide.