Aflatoxins in pistachios originating from USA, dispatched from Türkiye
- Classification
- Border rejection notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- nuts, nut products and seeds
- Hazard
- Aflatoxin B1 - {mycotoxins} *** aflatoxins - {mycotoxins}
- Origin
- United States
- Notifier
- Belgium
What is this? Pistachios from the USA sent through Türkiye may have a harmful mold called aflatoxins.
What's happening? Belgium found too much aflatoxin in these pistachios. They are being taken off the market.
Does this affect me? If you bought pistachios in Belgium, 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 after eating them.
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Classification: Border rejection notification · Risk: Serious · Category: nuts, nut products and seeds · Hazard: Aflatoxin B1 - {mycotoxins} *** aflatoxins - {mycotoxins} · Origin: United States · Notifier: Belgium
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