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German Red Bull found to contain cocaine
Forget about Red Bull giving you wings; if German authorities are correct then the cola variation of the universally successful energy drink might contain something to give you a little extra buzz, with traces of cocaine detected in samples of the beverage. As a result it has been removed from sale in six German states, with the rest of the country expected to follow suit.
Food authorities undertook tests on the drink recently and uncovered 0.4 micrograms of cocaine per litre. What is it with European countries lately, always finding cocaine where it shouldn’t be? ‘The institute examined Red Bull Cola in an elaborate chemical process and found traces of cocaine,” said the head of Germany’s federal ministry for consumer protection, Bernhard Kuehnle.
Even though it has been said the trace amounts of cocaine were too low to pose any health risk, authorities throughout Germany were still quick to act. Red Bull Cola is not available in Australia, however a local spokesperson made comment. “Germany authorities have raised concerns regarding Red Bull Cola due to the use of a decocainised coca leaf extract in the product. We are in contact with the authorities to clarify the issue.”
Food authorities undertook tests on the drink recently and uncovered 0.4 micrograms of cocaine per litre. What is it with European countries lately, always finding cocaine where it shouldn’t be? ‘The institute examined Red Bull Cola in an elaborate chemical process and found traces of cocaine,” said the head of Germany’s federal ministry for consumer protection, Bernhard Kuehnle.
Even though it has been said the trace amounts of cocaine were too low to pose any health risk, authorities throughout Germany were still quick to act. Red Bull Cola is not available in Australia, however a local spokesperson made comment. “Germany authorities have raised concerns regarding Red Bull Cola due to the use of a decocainised coca leaf extract in the product. We are in contact with the authorities to clarify the issue.”
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