need help interpreting heavy metal certificate for cacao powder (especially copper levels)

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i came across [a heavy metal certificate for cacao powder on their website and i am uncertain about whether the levels of copper, along with other metals listed, are within safe limits.](https://indicorganics.in/cdn/shop/files/Cacao-HeavyMetals_page-0001.jpg?v=1694022786&width=713)

copper seems notably higher compared to the other metals. could someone knowledgeable help me understand if these values are acceptable?

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Copper is higher but according to the FFSAI, the limit for copper in cocoa powder is 70 ppm or 70 mg/kg. I took a look at the rest of the standards and it seems the results or conclusion of the report is accurate.

You can see for yourself here: [https://www.fssai.gov.in/upload/uploadfiles/files/Contaminants_Regulations.pdf](https://www.fssai.gov.in/upload/uploadfiles/files/Contaminants_Regulations.pdf)

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