No More Mayonnaise in Telangana: What Led to the Statewide Ban?

Hyderabad: The Telangana government on Wednesday prohibited the production, storage and sale of Mayonnaise prepared from raw eggs for one year with immediate effect following complaints of it being a suspected cause of food poisoning.

The prohibition applies to Mayonnaise being prepared by FBOs for commercial use, using raw eggs without any pasteurisation. 

The ban does not apply to mayonnaise which is produced from pasteurised eggs, with due safety measures to prevent contamination and having valid FSSAI certification.

Mayonnaise Ban in Telangana

The state Commissioner of Food Safety issued an order to this effect.

"As per the observations during enforcement activities and complaints received from the public, Mayonnaise made from raw eggs is suspected to be a cause of food poisoning in multiple incidents in the past few months," the order said.

Prohibition on Mayonnaise Made From Raw Eggs

Ban on Mayonnaise in Telangana For One Year

Mayonnaise (or Mayo) is a thick, creamy sauce made by emulsifying egg yolks with oil, often flavoured with vinegar or lemon juice.

It is commonly used as a side dish or dressing in sandwiches, salads, appetizers, snacks, shawarma and various dishes. 

With PTI Inputs