2-chloro-ethanol and ethylene oxide detected in lime pickle
- Classification
- Border rejection notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Categoría
- fruits and vegetables
- Riesgo
- 2-chloroethanol - {pesticide residues} *** ethylene oxide - {pesticide residues}
- Origin
- India
- Notifier
- European Commission
What is this? Some lime pickles from India have small amounts of two chemicals called 2-chloro-ethanol and ethylene oxide. These are not supposed to be in food.
What's happening? The European Union found these chemicals in lime pickles. They are checking shipments to stop them from being sold.
Does this affect me? If you bought lime pickles from India, you might have some at home. These chemicals can be harmful if eaten over time.
What should I do? Do not eat the pickle. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you feel unwell after eating it.
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Classification: Border rejection notification · Risk: Serious · Category: fruits and vegetables · Hazard: 2-chloroethanol - {pesticide residues} *** ethylene oxide - {pesticide residues} · Origin: India · Notifier: European Commission
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