Hong Kong authorities consider legal action after tooth found in Maxim’s toast

South China Morning PostEN 1 min read 100% complete by Oscar LiuJanuary 28, 2026 at 06:24 AM

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Hong Kong authorities are considering legal action against Maxim's Cakes after a customer found a tooth in their "Rich Milk Toast" in December. The customer reported the incident, which occurred at a Sai Wan Ho branch, to the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department after a family member reacted with shock and vomiting. Government laboratory testing confirmed the object was indeed a tooth. The department stated they immediately contacted the complainant and sent the food sample for testing after receiving the referral. The complainant expressed disgust and trauma following the incident.

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