aflatoxins in pistachio kernels from Iran
- Classification
- Border rejection notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- nuts, nut products and seeds
- Hazard
- Aflatoxin B1 - {mycotoxins} *** aflatoxin total - {mycotoxins}
- Origin
- Iran
- Notifier
- Belgium
What is this? Some pistachios from Iran may have tiny, harmful mold poisons called aflatoxins.
What's happening? Belgium found too much of these poisons in pistachio kernels from Iran.
Does this affect me? If you bought pistachios from Iran, check the package or ask the store.
What should I do? Do not eat them. Return them to the store or ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
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Classification: Border rejection notification · Risk: Serious · Category: nuts, nut products and seeds · Hazard: Aflatoxin B1 - {mycotoxins} *** aflatoxin total - {mycotoxins} · Origin: Iran · Notifier: Belgium
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