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substances. There is no indication that such containers

currently being used pose a health risk to the public if

hygienically handled. This monitoring process will

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continue. Food business operators found to be using unclean

or unsuitable containers which have contaminated the food

contained therein will be prosecuted under the Public Health

and Municipal Services Ordinance, fap 132)—

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The Municipal Services Branch is also planning to create a post of Food Chemist within its Food Section to

enhance the level of expertise whereby, among other things,

the safety of packaging materials will be fully investigated

and evaluated.

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