Indian spice brand MDH clarified that allegations of cancer-causing pesticides in its products are "baseless, untrue and lack any substantiating evidence". "MDH has not received any communication from regulatory authorities of Singapore or Hong Kong," the firm said. "[Our] taglines 'Asli Masale Sach Sach, MDH MDH' and 'Real Spices of India' reflect our genuine commitment...to customers," it added.