Thai FDA Issues Food Safety Advisory on Ethylene Glycol and Diethylene Glycol Contamination in Beverages

The Thai Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a public advisory regarding the potential contamination of beverages with ethylene glycol and diethylene glycol, both industrial chemicals that can cause serious health hazards if consumed. The advisory follows international food safety alerts and reported cases of contamination in syrup-based beverages and liquid products abroad. The Thai FDA has instructed importers, manufacturers, and distributors to: Review and verify their supply chains for raw materials and additives. Ensure products are free from ethylene glycol and diethylene glycol contamination. Market surveillance and product sampling will be conducted on beverages, syrups, and liquid dietary supplements. The FDA warned that consumption of these substances can lead to acute toxicity, kidney failure, and potentially fatal outcomes. Consumers are advised to purchase food and drink products from reliable, FDA-registered sources and check for valid product registrations.The Thai FDA reaffirmed its commitment to tightening food safety controls and protecting public health in line with international safety practices.