Following complaints from the public, the Department of Syar’iah Affairs, Ministry of Religious Affairs through the Halal Food Control Division has inspected Dorito’s Nacho Cheese, Mild Salsa, Hot Salsa and Medium Tomato Salsa products which were found to contain ‘Spirit Vinegar’ and ‘White Wine’ Vinegar ‘, which are types of vinegar made from alcoholic drinks.
The matter was also referred to the product manufacturer, Walkers Snack Food Limited, United Kingdom, which confirmed that no halal certification was issued on the product. In order to safeguard the welfare of the Muslim community in the country, the Department of Syar’iah Affairs, has instructed the owners of the premises to isolate all such products immediately to the ‘Non Halal Section’ or space that is not exposed to public sale. All importers, supermarkets and shops are also advised to take the action immediately if there are similar products distributed and sold at their respective premises.
Source: Radio Television Brunei