Aflatoxins in pistachio kernels from Iran
- Classification
- Border rejection notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- fruits and vegetables
- Hazard
- Aflatoxin B1 - {mycotoxins} *** aflatoxin total - {mycotoxins}
- Origin
- Iran
- Notifier
- Italy
What is this? Some pistachios from Iran may have a harmful mold called aflatoxin. Too much aflatoxin can make you sick.
What's happening? Italy found too much aflatoxin in pistachios from Iran. These nuts were stopped at the border.
Does this affect me? If you bought pistachios from Iran, check the package. You may have some at home.
What should I do? Do not eat them. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you feel sick.
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Classification: Border rejection notification · Risk: Serious · Category: fruits and vegetables · Hazard: Aflatoxin B1 - {mycotoxins} *** aflatoxin total - {mycotoxins} · Origin: Iran · Notifier: Italy
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