New Delhi, May 26 (UNI) After reports of use of Potassium bromate in bread causing cancer in humans, and a proposal of ban by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) on the product, the bread manufacturing companies have decided to stop its usage at once. In a report released on May 23, Centre of Science and Environment pointed out that out of 38 samples of packaged bread, bun, pav tested, 34 were found to be having potassium bromate or potassium iodate. Potassium iodate causes thyroid-related illness. The reports also said European union and some other nations have already banned use of these ingredients. The All India Bread Manufacturer's Association (AIBMA) told media persons here today that potassium bromate is not banned in India and therefore the bread consumed by people is totally 'safe' and 'healthy'. 'Despite that, considering the amount of fear it has generated in the minds of people, the body has decided against its use. Addressing media persons, Harvest Gold, management director Aadil Hasan said, 'Within two-three days, the big companies will start using alternative chemicals.' Potassium bromate is used as an oxidising agent in bread. Mr Hasan said 'enzyme' or ' emulsifiers ' can be used as other agents. These chemicals are comparatively cheaper but high tech is required for its usage. UNI SY AE SS