formalinban
Formalinban is a term used to describe government policies or regulations that prohibit the sale, distribution, or use of formalin, an aqueous solution of formaldehyde, for non-industrial or non-medical purposes, especially in the preservation or adulteration of food products. The practice of adding formalin to food, notably fish and meat, has been reported in various regions as a way to extend shelf life or mask spoilage, but formaldehyde is toxic and a known carcinogen. Formaldehyde is classified as a Group 1 carcinogen by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), and exposure can cause irritation to eyes, skin, and the respiratory tract.
Regulatory frameworks vary by country but commonly prohibit adding formalin to edible items, restrict the sale
Enforcement combines inspections, random sampling of foods at markets or import points, and laboratory testing using
The term formalinban may appear in media and policy discussions, particularly in Indonesian-speaking contexts, where it