What should we label Basa as?
The correct and accepted marketing name in Australia is BASA. Should Basa be marked as Imported? Yes. Is Basa safe to eat? Yes. Is Basa tested regularly? Yes. Who is in charge of testing and clearing ALL imported food for sale? Australian Quarantine Inspection Services (AQIS), they are an Australian federal Government body. What does AQIS test Basa for? Chemical residue including Antibiotic & Malachite Green. Microbiological including Ecoli, Listeria & salmonella. Are farms & factories in Vietnam world standard? Yes. The farms and factory we purchase from are independently audited and accredited to Australian, US & European Standards which are the toughest in the world. Why do we Import Seafood? Simply, we do not produce enough seafood in Australia to meet current demand. |