Millers in the Bengal gram (chana) flour supply chain say that metal content found in some flour samples may not come from the milling process itself. They argue that contamination could occur at other stages, such as during storage, handling, transport, or from equipment and materials used after milling. The claim comes as concerns about metal presence in Bengal gram flour have been raised, prompting scrutiny of food safety and quality practices.
According to millers cited by Times of India, they dispute the idea that the metal content is necessarily introduced in their mills. They point to the possibility that the source might be external to the mill, including containers used for packaging and storage conditions. The statements highlight differences in how responsibility for contamination is being assigned across the value chain.
The reporting focuses on millers’ response to the allegation that mills are the likely origin of metal contamination in Bengal gram flour, rather than on new test results. The issue remains linked to wider discussions about monitoring, traceability, and compliance with food safety standards.
