The Tamil Nadu government on Saturday, February 17, banned the sale of cotton candy in the state.
This decision was made two days after the confirmation of Rhodomine-B in pink and blue cotton candy samples, which were tested at the Government Food Analysis Laboratory in Guindy.
Rhodamine-B, cancerous for human consumption, is mainly used in textile industries, inks, and various cosmetics.
Food safety officers have been instructed to take the required measures and strict action by state health minister M Subramanian.