Ethylene oxide in locust bean gum from Turkey
- Classification
- Alert notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Kategori
- food additives and flavourings
- Fare
- 2-chloroethanol - {pesticide residues} *** ethylene oxide - {pesticide residues}
- Origin
- France *** Türkiye
- Notifier
- France
What is this? Locust bean gum is a food thickener made from carob tree seeds. It is sometimes found in desserts, sauces, and processed foods. Ethylene oxide is a chemical used to kill germs but can be harmful if eaten.
What's happening? Some locust bean gum from Turkey has too much ethylene oxide. France and other countries have recalled affected products.
Does this affect me? If you live in France, the Netherlands, or Portugal, check foods with locust bean gum.
What should I do? Stop eating the product and ask your pharmacist or doctor if you feel unwell.
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Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Serious · Category: food additives and flavourings · Hazard: 2-chloroethanol - {pesticide residues} *** ethylene oxide - {pesticide residues} · Origin: France *** Türkiye · Notifier: France
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