Ethylene Oxide in sesame seeds
- Classification
- Alert notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Kategori
- nuts, nut products and seeds
- Fare
- ethylene oxide - {pesticide residues}
- Origin
- Belgium *** France *** India *** Netherlands
- Notifier
- Belgium
What is this? Some sesame seeds may have a small amount of a chemical called ethylene oxide. This is a pesticide that should not be in food.
What's happening? Food safety groups found ethylene oxide in sesame seeds from certain places. They are warning people to be careful.
Does this affect me? This warning is for people in many countries who may have bought sesame seeds. Check if your seeds came from the places listed.
What should I do? If you have sesame seeds, ask a pharmacist or doctor if it is safe to use. Do not eat them if you are unsure.
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Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Serious · Category: nuts, nut products and seeds · Hazard: ethylene oxide - {pesticide residues} · Origin: Belgium *** France *** India *** Netherlands · Notifier: Belgium
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