Aflatoxins in organic groundnut kernels
- Classification
- Border rejection notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- nuts, nut products and seeds
- Hazard
- Aflatoxin B1 - {mycotoxins} *** aflatoxin total - {mycotoxins}
- Origin
- Bolivia
- Notifier
- Netherlands
What is this? Some groundnut kernels may have tiny mold poisons called aflatoxins. These can be harmful if eaten.
What's happening? Bolivia sent groundnut kernels to the Netherlands. Tests found too much aflatoxin. The shipment was stopped.
Does this affect me? Only if you bought these groundnuts. Most people are not at risk.
What should I do? Throw them away or return them. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you feel unwell after eating them.
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Classification: Border rejection notification · Risk: Serious · Category: nuts, nut products and seeds · Hazard: Aflatoxin B1 - {mycotoxins} *** aflatoxin total - {mycotoxins} · Origin: Bolivia · Notifier: Netherlands
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