Factory making adulterated toothpaste, Eno busted in Delhi; toxic products seized

Delhi Police have uncovered an illegal factory manufacturing counterfeit and adulterated daily-use items in the capital, raising fresh concerns about the safety of consumer products circulating in local markets. The illicit operation was uncovered inside a residential house in Jagatpur, where officials found large quantities of fake goods and raw materials ready for packaging and distribution.

During the raid, authorities seized a significant amount of counterfeit products, including fake toothpaste and Eno, both of which were being produced using harmful chemical substances.

Investigators found that the unit had been operating under the guise of a small-scale business, but in reality, it was a fully equipped setup producing imitation goods of popular brands.

The discovery has shocked residents and officials alike. A local observer described the situation, saying, "There's no toothpaste factory in Wazirabad. There's a poison factory!"

The comment underscores the grave health risks posed by these spurious products.

Reports said that the fake toothpaste “doesn't brighten teeth, but melts them,” while the counterfeit Eno “doesn't provide relief from gas, but burns the stomach.”

Officials said the illegal factory was organised into different sections, each dedicated to manufacturing separate brands of daily-use products.

Fake Close-Up toothpaste and Eno sachets were among the most prominent items being produced.

The adulterated goods were reportedly being supplied to various markets across Delhi, where unsuspecting consumers purchased them believing they were genuine.

A large quantity of raw materials, packaging materials, and equipment used to create these fake products were recovered during the raid.

Authorities noted that the seized substances were unsafe for human use and could cause serious health complications.

The operation’s scale indicates a wider network behind the production and distribution of counterfeit consumer goods in the city.

The factory’s busting is part of an intensified crackdown on fake product manufacturing units operating across Delhi.

Officials emphasised the need for continuous vigilance and stricter market inspections to ensure consumer safety.

Authorities are now tracing the individuals involved in running the illegal operation and investigating its supply chain.

The incident serves as a stark reminder of the growing threat posed by counterfeit goods — and the urgent need for stronger regulatory enforcement to protect public health and consumer trust.

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