ASGG Gluta Genc Glow Gummies Banned Over Illegal Glutathione Content

PUTRAJAYA, Nov 16 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Health (MOH) has banned the sale and advertisement of the ASGG Gluta Genc Glow Gummies food product after it was found to be non-compliant with the Food Act 1983.

In a statement today, MOH said the product was found to contain the active ingredient Glutathione, which is not listed under Register 1, Schedule 12, Regulation 26 of the Food Regulations 1985.

“Therefore, this substance is not permitted as an ingredient in food,” MOH said.

MOH said checks found the product was being marketed on several e-commerce platforms, namely Shopee, Lazada and TikTok.

“As of Nov 10, 2025, a total of 121 requests for advertising restrictions on the product have been submitted to the relevant e-commerce platform providers,” the statement said.

MOH stressed that Section 13B(2)(d) of the Food Act 1983 does not allow food to be adulterated with any substance whose addition is not permitted by the Act or any regulation made under it.

If convicted, offenders may face a fine not exceeding RM100,000 or imprisonment for a term not exceeding 10 years, or both.

MOH advised all sellers, including online sellers who still have stock of the product, to immediately stop selling it and contact the nearest District Health Office for seizure purposes.

“In addition, all advertising media, including e-commerce platforms and social media, must cease the publication of advertisements for the product,” MOH said.

It also reminded members of the public who are using the product to stop doing so immediately and seek advice and treatment from healthcare professionals.

“The public is reminded to always be wise and cautious when purchasing food products that may be adulterated with prohibited substances,” the ministry said. 

-- BERNAMA