tropane alkaloids in maize for popcorn
- Classification
- Alert notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Kategori
- cereals and bakery products
- Fare
- scopolamine - {natural toxins (other)}
- Origin
- Belgium *** Netherlands
- Notifier
- Belgium
What is this? Some popcorn made from maize may have small amounts of natural plant toxins called tropane alkaloids. These can include scopolamine.
What's happening? A food safety check found these toxins in some popcorn products. They were sold in Belgium, France, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands.
Does this affect me? If you bought popcorn in these countries, you might have some at home. The risk is low, but it’s good to check.
What should I do? Stop eating the popcorn if you have it. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you feel unwell after eating it.
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Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Serious · Category: cereals and bakery products · Hazard: scopolamine - {natural toxins (other)} · Origin: Belgium *** Netherlands · Notifier: Belgium
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