Spurred by investigative memorandums submitted by Manus Hitkari Foundation, district civil supplies teams launched unexpected inspections targeting bulk oil repackagers across trading corridors.
Why Argemone Seed Contamination is Fatal:
Argemone mexicana seeds closely mimic black mustard seeds and contain sanguinarine, a toxic alkaloid that causes epidemic dropsy, cardiac hypertrophy, severe fluid retention, and vision impairment. Routine nitric acid screening allows rapid preliminary detection in field conditions.
Over forty commercial consignments have been placed on freeze pending detailed gas chromatography reports from regional analytical centers.
