Do these tapioca pearls contain PCB-like substances that has been linked to cancer?

FYI. The folks at UC Berkeley took issue with the German study that made those claims. http://www.berkeleywellness.com/healthy-eating/food-safety/article/tapioca-pearl-problems

What are the ingredients?

The ingredients are listed as: Tapioca Starch, Acelytated Starch, Tapioca Specification Starch, Caramel, Water, Sodium Carboxy Methylcellulose (CMC), Dehydroacetic Acid (DHA), Sodium Hydrogen Diacetate (SDA). 110 calories per 1/3 cup, 60 mg of sodium, 27 g of carbohydrate.

I think it was great, weird to see it wasn’t great for others. Lot of people compare this the the Amazon recommended one but I think this better. You get more with less money. Plus to me they taste the same and I’m a huge boba lover. It wasn’t powder-y as much as the other brand. Just boil it for 5 to 6 minutes like usual and then let it soak in sugar water for 15 minutes and done! And use that syrup in the drink, no additional sugar needed if you do that.

Are you sending customers the exact same product, the EFA brand, shown in the photo above? or, are you sending a different product?

I'm not the seller, but when I ordered from them at the beginning of December, they sent me a different brand - Bolle. They might have changed since then, but I believe the picture is the same.

E Fa Brand Black Tapioca Pearls Boba Quick Cook Tapioca

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🍹 Quick, chewy, and award-winning—your bubble tea game just leveled up!

SPEEDY SIP SATISFACTION - Microwave-ready in just 3 minutes—bubble tea bliss on your schedule.
VERSATILE TOPPING POWER - Ideal for milk tea, iced coffee, smoothies, and desserts—elevate every sip and bite.
AWARD WINNING AUTHENTICITY - National Best Taste Award winner (2002-2004) for unmatched flavor.
CONSISTENT CHEW ZERO CLUMP - No stirring needed, no clumping—perfect pearls every time.
TRUSTED QUALITY FRESHNESS - Halal certified and zero loss in cooking or storage—pure, fresh pearls guaranteed.

E-FA BRAND Black Tapioca Pearls deliver authentic bubble tea texture with a quick 3-minute microwave prep. These award-winning, Halal-certified pearls require no stirring and resist clumping, ensuring a fresh, soft chew every time. Perfect for a variety of drinks and desserts, they bring café-quality bubble tea convenience to your home or business.

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ASIN	B0001N7RLQ
Age Range Description	All Ages
Best Sellers Rank	#9,220 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ( See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ) #7 in Bubble Tea Tapioca Pearls
Brand	E-FA BRAND E8
Brand Name	E-FA BRAND E8
Cuisine	Taiwanese
Customer Reviews	4.6 out of 5 stars 7,301 Reviews
Flavor	Black Tapioca Pearl
Item Weight	2.2 Pounds
Manufacturer	E-FA BRAND
Model Number	HAZC095437
Number of Items	1
Number of Pieces	1
Part Number	FH1-GF6-ZYD
Set Name	Pack of 1
Size	2.2 LB (Pack of 1)
UPC	074994489233 778894869149
Unit Count	35.2 Ounce

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E-FA BRAND Black Tapioca Pearls (Boba), Quick Cook Tapioca Pearls for Bubble Tea, Microwave Ready in 3 Minutes, Fresh Chewy Texture, Milk Tea & Dessert Topping, Halal Certified, 2.2 LB (Pack of 1)

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