China Cracks Down on Unsafe Cooking Oil Transport
Authorities impose fines, revoke licenses, and file criminal charges after investigation reveals use of unclean tankers for edible oil.
- Seven companies fined a total of $1.54 million for food safety violations.
- Two truck drivers arrested for transporting oil in tankers previously used for industrial materials.
- Authorities seized contaminated oil and prevented further distribution.
- Investigation spurred by public outcry and media reports in July.
- Government vows continued strict oversight to ensure food safety.