Aflatoxins in dried figs from Turkey
- Classification
- Border rejection notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- fruits and vegetables
- Hazard
- Aflatoxin B1 - {mycotoxins} *** aflatoxin total - {mycotoxins}
- Origin
- Türkiye
- Notifier
- Germany
What is this? Some dried figs from Turkey may have tiny amounts of mold poisons called aflatoxins. These poisons can be harmful if eaten over time.
What's happening? Germany found too much aflatoxin in dried figs from Turkey. The country stopped these figs at the border.
Does this affect me? If you bought dried figs from Turkey, check the package. These figs may still be in stores or homes.
What should I do? Stop eating the figs. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you feel sick. Return the figs to the store for a refund.
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Classification: Border rejection notification · Risk: Serious · Category: fruits and vegetables · Hazard: Aflatoxin B1 - {mycotoxins} *** aflatoxin total - {mycotoxins} · Origin: Türkiye · Notifier: Germany
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