Table 3.
Aflatoxin and heavy metal contents of Nuna Kadugu (NK)
| Parameters | NK | Maximum Permissible Limit (as per AYUSH) |
|---|---|---|
|
Aflatoxin (ppm) | ||
| B1 |
ND |
0.5 |
| B2 |
ND |
0.1 |
| G1 |
ND |
0.5 |
| G2 |
ND |
0.1 |
|
Heavy metals |
|
|
| Lead |
0.34 |
10 ppm |
| Cadmium |
0.02 |
0.3 ppm |
| Mercury |
0.04 |
1 ppm |
| Arsenic | ND | 3 ppm |
ND: Not detected.