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Denmark Recalls Samyang Noodles Over High Capsaicin Levels

Three varieties of South Korean ramen were pulled from shelves due to potential health risks, marking a first for the manufacturer.

Denmark's food agency has issued a recall for three flavors of hot chicken instant ramen made by South Korea's Samyang, urging consumers to abandon the product.
In this photo illustration, two packets of Samyang noodles are pictured in London on June 12. Food authorities in Denmark have recalled three types of spicy instant noodle products imported from South Korea over possible risks for “acute poisoning.”
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Overview

  • The Danish Veterinary and Food Administration cited acute poisoning risks from high capsaicin levels.
  • Recalled products include Buldak 3x Spicy & Hot Chicken, 2x Spicy & Hot Chicken, and Hot Chicken Stew.
  • Samyang Foods clarified that the recall was due to spiciness, not product quality issues.
  • Social media challenges involving the spicy noodles have raised safety concerns.
  • This is the first time Samyang's noodles have been recalled for spiciness.