Paraquat in organic chia seeds from Paraguay
What is this? Organic chia seeds from Paraguay may have a small amount of a pesticide called paraquat. Paraquat is not allowed in food sold in the EU.
What's happening? Germany found paraquat in chia seeds from Paraguay. The seeds were sold as organic. The risk is low, but the seeds do not meet EU rules.
Does this affect me? If you bought organic chia seeds from Paraguay, you may have some at home. Most people are not in danger, but the seeds should not be eaten.
What should I do? Stop eating the chia seeds. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you feel unwell after eating them.
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Classification: Non-compliance notification · Risk: No risk · Category: nuts, nut products and seeds · Hazard: paraquat unauthorised substance - {pesticide residues} · Origin: Paraguay · Notifier: Germany
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