Benin City, Edo State

This study investigates the presence and concentration of potassium bromate in bread samples collected from various bakeries and retail outlets in Ovia North-East,Benin City,Edo State,using colorimetric detection and UV-Visible spectrophotometry.The qualitative analysis employed potassium iodide and hydrochloric acid to detect bromate presence through color changes ,while quantitative analysis utilized spectrophotometry to measure bromate levels accurately.The results revealed that potassium bromate concentrations ranged from (26.95 ± 17.33 µg/g) to (167.72 ±26.00 µg/g), with the highest levels found in Sample I (167.72 ± 26.00 µg/g) and Sample F (155.46 ± 25.96 µg/g), suggesting potential non-compliance with food safety regulations. Findings from this study provide valuable insights into the safety of locally available bread, highlight the need for stricter enforcement of food safety regulations, and raise consumer awareness about the dangers of potassium bromate, contributing to improved public health and regulatory oversight in the region