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What is the adulterant of hot paprika?

  1. A
    Starch powder
  2. B
    Chalk powder
  3. C
    Saw dust
  4. D
    Sudan dye

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Sudan dye (such as Sudan I, III, or IV) is an industrial azo dye commonly used to color plastics and synthetic products. It is frequently used illegally as an adulterant in chili powder and hot paprika to enhance their vivid red color, despite being a hazardous and potentially carcinogenic compound banned in food products.

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What is the adulterant of hot paprika?
A
Starch powder
B
Chalk powder
C
Saw dust
D
Sudan dye

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