According to the EU food and feed rapid warning system (RASFF)，From last Oct., The EU has successionly reported several cases of xanthan gum products imported from China with ethylene oxide exceeding the standard. But according to xanthan gum National Standard or FCC, there is no clear provision on ethylene oxide, so Inconsistent standards bring much confusion and inconvenience to customers located in Europe, who import xanthan gum from China. Because most xanthan gum orders to Europe are canceled or delayed to avoid any risk.