Wax-coated apples found in Mizoram, state govt issues directive

Mizoram government has issued a notice alerting citizens against synthetic wax found in various imported consignments of Apples in the state.

The Food & Administration Wing, Health & Family Welfare (H&FW), Govt. of Mizoram found out these while conducting regular checks of imported fruits and vegetables at the state border.

According to a letter issued by the department to the public, several apples imported were found coated with wax which are not advisable for human consumption.