The Thai Food and Drug Administration has announced the recall of batch number 000332 of the Hong Thai – Herbal Inhaler Formula 2 product, commercially known as «Thai Formula». The decision came after laboratory tests revealed that the product does not meet microbiological safety standards. In a statement, the authority said the decision was made after the discovery of excessive total microbial count and the presence of yeast and mold in some samples from the said batch. The authority confirmed that necessary measures have been taken to ensure its removal from local and international markets. Meanwhile, the Thai herbal company «Hong Thai», which produces the product, clarified that the contamination is limited to batch number 000332 only, and that the rest of the batches are safe and comply with health standards. The company emphasized that production and distribution operations continue as usual and have not been suspended. This Thai herbal product is widely popular among consumers in the UAE, where it is used as a quick remedy for colds, headaches, and motion sickness.
Recommendations for Consumers: The Thai Food and Drug Administration urges all consumers to: - Immediately stop using the product if it is from batch number 000332. - Check the batch number on the packaging before use. - Report any suspicious packages to the relevant local health authorities.
