Those Who Sell Rusty, Expired Canned Goods Beware

Kuala Belait - Shops that sell rusty, out of date canned goods are to come under watch. There have been complaints recently that some supermarkets and shops have been guilty of passing off expired foodstuff.

Consumers are now advised to be aware always of expiry dates on canned or packed food before buying or consuming them.

Failure to do so might prove hazardous to their health, the local health authorities have warned. Any complaints could be lodged with the Health Department's food safety unit.

The Kuala Belait Health Department's food safety unit has advised the public not to purchase or consume food in which the cans were rusty, flatulent, dented, leaked or the dates of consumption had expired.

They were urged to be extra careful when purchasing the goods and once opened, the content should be quickly consumed or heated to ensure it is free from any kind of contamination.

Health supervisor, Dayang Hajah Norlaila said for the sake of consumers' own health, they must ensure that the canned food they bought were safe to be taken.

If there were any complaints pertaining to this matter, they could contact the food safety unit at the health office.

The unit also provides instructions on extending the shelf life of canned food. Food should be stored in a clean and dry container at a room temperature of between 21 and 24 degrees Celsius. Any leftovers should be put in a container.

As part of its duties, the food safety unit will continuously conduct routine spot checks on retail shops, food outlets and others and as follow-up actions upon receiving complaints from the public, food unit officials said. -- Courtesy of Radio Television Brunei

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