Singapore authorities allow the sale of artificial meat for the first time in the world

The cultured chicken meat will be sold in Singapore by the American company Eat Just. This is the first in the world

country that issued the regulatory approvalfor artificial meat. It is not produced by slaughtering animals, but is grown in a laboratory as a cell culture. Test tube meat should not be confused with imitation meat, which is a vegetarian product made from plant protein, most often soy or wheat.

Singapore authorities decided to approve artificialmeat at the legislative level after “evaluating the proposals received and determining their safety.” The Republic Food Agency will continue to consult with experts and monitor new products as they directly enter the market. 

Representatives of the American company said that their product is significantly cleaner in terms of the number of microbes.

Analyzes also showed higher levels of protein, various amino acids, healthy fats and minerals.

Representatives of the company Eat Just

The first faux meat product to be launched in Singapore is expected to be nuggets. A year and a half ago, the company estimated their cost at $50. 

It is noted that the rise in popularity of artificial meat is due to the fact that consumers are increasingly concerned about health, animal welfare and the environment.

Previously, the American startup Beyond Meatagreed with the restaurant chain Subway on a test supply of plant-based artificial meat. Also, the fast food chain KFC for the first time added artificial chicken to its menu from the biological company Beyond Fried Chicken. 

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