Oatmeal Surprise: Screws & Ceramic Pops in Your Breakfast
Picture this: you’re enjoying a warm bowl of Quaker oatmeal, and out of nowhere you bite into a metal twist. That’s how Mr. Koh Seng Meng, a 69‑year‑old part‑time maintenance worker, rolled out a story that’s now the talk of the town.
What Went Wrong?
- First hit: a steel screw that slipped straight into Mr. Koh’s mouth.
- Quick follow‑up: a white, hard block that turned out to be ceramic.
- Third time’s the charm: another screw popped up, all from the same oatmeal packet.
He’s thankful nothing stuck inside his throat, but warns, “Those who eat oatmeal are usually old, and it could be dangerous for them if there’re such things inside.”
Who’s Investigating?
The Agri‑Food & Veterinary Authority of Singapore (AVA) is on the case, while Walsen Food Distributor, Quaker’s Singapore distributor, claims they’re clueless and are launching an internal probe.
A spokesperson from Quaker Singapore says they’re “focusing on product safety” and “will test, and if the dish is unsafe, do a recall.” They’re using all the right gadgets: metal detectors, magnets, and screens—basically a Swiss army knife of safety tech.
Next Steps
AVA and a Quaker rep are scheduled to visit Mr. Koh’s home on Tuesday for a deeper dive. They’ll look at the packaging, the unlucky oatmeal, and the foreign objects that slipped through the cracks.
Bottom Line
When breakfast turns into an unexpected treasure hunt, both the authorities and the brand are under scrutiny. Stay tuned to see if this becomes a recall or just a quirky headline—hopefully with fewer screws in the future!
