SGAuthorities in Singapore are investigating the online sale of Trader Joe’s Everything But The Bagel seasoning, which contains poppy seeds classified as prohibited goods under Singapore law. The Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB) confirmed that the product, which includes poppy seeds as an ingredient, is currently being sold on local online marketplaces such as Carousell and Lazada. This follows similar actions taken by South Korean police, who blocked sales of the same product after testing revealed the presence of morphine and codeine. The CNB warned that importing or selling such products is illegal under Singapore’s Misuse of Drugs Act, emphasizing a zero-tolerance policy toward controlled substances. Consumers who have purchased the product are advised not to consume it and to dispose of it properly.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information regarding the investigation into the sale of a prohibited item, without overtly favoring any side. It quotes official statements from the Central Narcotics Bureau and provides context from South Korean authorities, maintaining neutrality in tone and framing.
