Thursday, March 02, 2006
Cancer chemical found in drinks
Traces of a cancer-causing chemical have been found in British soft drinks at eight times the level permitted in drinking water, BBC News has learned.
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The Food Standards Agency watchdog says these do not pose an immediate health risk, but questions need answering.Full Article
Benzene, which can cause certain cancers, is thought to be formed when two commonly used ingredients react.
The results came in industry tests prompted by the FSA after the chemical was found in tests on drinks in the US.
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