paraffin coating and E-905 microcrystaline wax unauthorised on cassava roots (Manihot esculenta) from Costa Rica
- Classification
- Border rejection notification
- Risk
- Not serious
- Categoría
- fruits and vegetables
- Origin
- Costa Rica
- Notifier
- Portugal
What is this? Some cassava roots from Costa Rica have a coating that should not be there. The coating may contain paraffin and E-905 microcrystalline wax.
What's happening? Portugal found these coated cassava roots at the border. The coating is not allowed on this food.
Does this affect me? If you bought cassava roots from Costa Rica, check the outside for a shiny coating.
What should I do? Do not eat the coated parts. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you feel unwell after eating.
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Classification: Border rejection notification · Risk: Not serious · Category: fruits and vegetables · Origin: Costa Rica · Notifier: Portugal
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