3-Monochloro-1,2-propanediol (3-MCPD) in paper straws from China
- Classification
- Information notification for attention
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- food contact materials
- Hazard
- 3-monochlor-1,2-propanediol (3-MCPD) - {industrial contaminants}
- Origin
- China
- Notifier
- Germany
What is this? Paper straws from China may have a chemical called 3-MCPD. This chemical can be harmful if eaten.
What's happening? Germany found too much 3-MCPD in some paper straws from China. These straws should not be used.
Does this affect me? If you have paper straws from China, they might be unsafe. Check where they came from.
What should I do? Stop using them right away. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you feel sick after using them.
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Classification: Information notification for attention · Risk: Serious · Category: food contact materials · Hazard: 3-monochlor-1,2-propanediol (3-MCPD) - {industrial contaminants} · Origin: China · Notifier: Germany
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