9 months ago
Karnataka to Verify Egg Safety Claims
A video by Trustified claimed that Eggoz eggs contained a substance linked to banned drugs that can cause cancer.
The founder of Eggoz, Abhishek Negi, said this is not true.
He explained that Eggoz eggs are made without any antibiotics and are safe to eat.
Negi shared lab reports to show that the eggs do not contain any harmful substances.
The Karnataka government, through Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao, said they will verify the claims before taking any action.
Rao advised people not to panic or stop eating eggs until the facts are verified.
The government will decide if further testing is needed after gathering more information.
Trustified claimed Eggoz eggs contained a metabolite (AOZ) linked to banned drugs (nitrofuran, nitroimidazoles) associated with cancer.
Eggoz founder Abhishek Negi denied the allegations, stating no antibiotics are used in their eggs and shared NABL-accredited lab reports showing no banned materials, pesticides, or heavy metals.
Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao announced the government will verify the claims before taking any action.
Rao advised people not to panic or stop consuming eggs, emphasizing the need for verified information before making decisions.
Eggoz emphasized its commitment to safety, transparency, and quality in egg production and initiated additional independent tests to reassure customers.
- Who
- Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao, Eggoz founder Abhishek Negi, and Trustified
- What
- Verification of claims about genotoxic substances in Eggoz eggs and the company's denial
- Where
- India, specifically Karnataka, where Eggoz operates and Trustified conducted tests
- When
- Recent, as indicated by the viral video and Negi's LinkedIn post
- Why
- Trustified claimed to have found a metabolite linked to banned drugs in Eggoz eggs, prompting Negi to defend the brand's practices and the Karnataka government to verify the claims
Trustified
Eggoz
Presence of banned substances
Trustified
Trustified claims Eggoz eggs contain a metabolite (AOZ) linked to banned drugs (nitrofuran, nitroimidazoles) associated with cancer.
Eggoz
Eggoz denies the allegations, stating no antibiotics are used in their eggs and sharing NABL-accredited lab reports showing no banned materials, pesticides, or heavy metals.
Key facts
- Company
- Eggoz
- Founder
- Abhishek Negi
- Testing Organization
- Trustified
- Banned Drugs Alleged
- Nitrofuran, Nitroimidazoles
- Metabolite Detected
- AOZ
- Karnataka Health Minister
- Dinesh Gundu Rao
- Eggoz's Response
- Eggs are safe, no banned substances
- Lab Reports
- NABL-accredited, no harmful materials
Timeline
Public concern about the quality and safety of eggs from online grocery services increased after a video showing rotten eggs went viral.
A YouTube channel, Trustified, claimed to find a chemical linked to cancer in Eggoz eggs, which led to public concern and the company's response.
A YouTube channel called Trustified claimed to find a chemical linked to cancer in Eggoz eggs, leading to public concern and the company's response.
Eggoz founder Abhishek Negi denied claims that their eggs contain cancer-causing substances, asserting they are antibiotic-free and safe to consume.
Quotes
Dinesh Gundu Rao
Health Minister of Karnataka
“First of all, we need to ascertain the background—who conducted the tests and whether they were carried out scientifically. I will speak to the Food Safety and Drug Commissioner to gather details. If there is any truth to the claims, especially since they are being linked to cancer, we will definitely take appropriate action.”
thehansindia.com
“At present, there is no need for people to worry or be confused. It is better to arrive at a conclusion after verifying the facts. People need not worry unnecessarily.”
thehansindia.com
Sources
FSSAI launches nationwide egg safety drive over antibiotic concerns
K’taka to probe ‘genotoxic’ claims in egg brand: Minister
Karnataka govt will verify claims of ‘genotoxic’ substances in egg brand: Minister
‘No antibiotics ever used,’ Eggoz founder breaks silence over viral ‘cancer-causing eggs’ claim
Karnataka Govt Will Verify Claims Of Genotoxic Substances In Egg Brand: Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao
