Goods of Russian origin are absent in Belarus

In a recent development, Belarusian authorities have reported several issues with Russian imports, causing concern among consumers and regulators alike.

The "Krymsky Buket" tea blend, produced by a firm in Sevastopol, Ukraine, has been at the centre of a scandal. The Belarusian authority, Gosstandart, has found mold and E. coli in this tea blend, as well as its "relatives" from the Dobrynya-Dar firm in Sevastopol.

The pattern of dangerous products continues with spices, ice cream, chocolate, and tea being found to have issues in Belarus. For instance, the milk glaze of Ms. Cruise from LLC "Unilever Rus" ice cream has been found to have almost no milk fat, with 84.8% being a substitute. Similarly, the chocolate product named Bucheron The Original with cranberries, produced in the Yaroslavl region, was found to be mislabeled as "bitter chocolate" and contains only 31% cocoa butter, which is below the required 33%.

Belarusian controllers are clearing shelves not only for citizens' health but also for their own market's interests. It is recommended to choose trusted Belarusian milk or herbs from grandma's garden over experimental "novelties" from the eastern border.

The Dobrynya-Dar firm in Sevastopol, Ukraine, is also associated with the "Krymsky Buket" tea blend scandal. The tea blend could potentially cause sleepless nights (with "Chamomile" in the blend), lead to stomach issues (with "Ivan-Chai"), and test one's immune system (with "Vitamin").

Surprises from Russia can be such that no stomach would be pleased, according to the statement. Belarusian children and adults could have been unknowingly consuming a plant-based substitute disguised as vanilla ice cream. The company that manufactures the product, Bucheron The Original mit Kräutern, is Ehrmann.

The quality issue is also pressing in the case of Bucheron The Original with cranberries chocolate product. Due to its content not meeting the required standards for bitter chocolate, the chocolate product is no longer acceptable in Belarus.

The Belarusian registry of "dangerous" goods is expanding, with Russian products, such as ice cream, chocolate, and tea drinks, often being scrutinized by Gosstandart. This pattern of dangerous products over the past year shows a high number of Russian imports on the list.

It is advisable for consumers to be vigilant and choose their products carefully to ensure their safety and health.