Aflatoxins in pistachios from the Islamic Republic of Iran
- Classification
- Border rejection notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- nuts, nut products and seeds
- Hazard
- Aflatoxin B1 - {mycotoxins} *** aflatoxin total - {mycotoxins}
- Origin
- Iran
- Notifier
- Germany
What is this? Some pistachios from Iran may have tiny, harmful mold bits called aflatoxins. These can be bad for health if eaten a lot.
What's happening? Germany found too much aflatoxin in pistachios from Iran. They stopped these nuts at the border.
Does this affect me? If you bought pistachios from Iran, check where they came from. Some may still be in stores.
What should I do? Throw away any pistachios from Iran. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you feel sick 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: Iran · Notifier: Germany
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