Unauthorized substance ethylene oxide in xanthan from China
- Classification
- Alert notification
- Risk
- Undecided
- Kategori
- food additives and flavourings
- Fare
- 2-chloroethanol - {pesticide residues} *** ethylene oxide - {pesticide residues}
- Origin
- China *** Germany
- Notifier
- Germany
What is this? A food thickener called xanthan gum from China may have a chemical used to kill germs. This chemical is not allowed in food.
What's happening? Some xanthan gum from China has too much of this chemical. Many countries are warning people about it.
Does this affect me? If you bought xanthan gum from China, you might have some at home. It could also be in foods you buy.
What should I do? Stop using the xanthan gum. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you feel sick. Throw away any leftovers.
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Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Undecided · Category: food additives and flavourings · Hazard: 2-chloroethanol - {pesticide residues} *** ethylene oxide - {pesticide residues} · Origin: China *** Germany · Notifier: Germany
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