Denmark recalls Korean instant noodles for being dangerously spicy
- Denmark recalls three products of Samyang Foods due to the extreme spiciness posing a risk of 'acute poisoning'.
- Danish Veterinary and Food Administration takes action after finding high capsaicin levels in the instant noodles.
- Consumers warned about the potential health hazard of consuming these spicy instant noodles.
Denmark has recalled South Korean instant ramen due to dangerous levels of capsaicin, warning consumers of potential "acute poisoning". Three Samyang Foods noodle products were withdrawn from sale in Denmark for posing a risk to consumers. The Danish Veterinary and Food Administration advised discarding or returning the products, especially cautioning against children consuming them. Samyang Foods, a popular brand overseas, faced its first recall for being too hot and vowed to comply with local regulations in export markets. The company's stock price surged after its Buldak carbonara ramen went viral on TikTok. Denmark's decision to ban the spicy noodles sparked social media reactions, highlighting Danish people's lack of tolerance for spicy food. South Korea's instant noodle exports have seen significant growth, with Samyang Foods leading the way.