Aflatoxins in Indonesian nutmeg whole shrivels
- Classification
- Border rejection notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- herbs and spices
- Hazard
- Aflatoxin B1 - {mycotoxins} *** aflatoxin total - {mycotoxins}
- Origin
- Indonesia
- Notifier
- Netherlands
What is this? This is about nutmeg from Indonesia. It may have mold that makes harmful toxins called aflatoxins.
What's happening? Some whole nutmeg from Indonesia was found to have too much aflatoxin. This is a serious health risk.
Does this affect me? If you have nutmeg from Indonesia, you might be affected. Check your spice at home.
What should I do? Do not use the nutmeg. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you feel sick after eating it.
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Classification: Border rejection notification · Risk: Serious · Category: herbs and spices · Hazard: Aflatoxin B1 - {mycotoxins} *** aflatoxin total - {mycotoxins} · Origin: Indonesia · Notifier: Netherlands
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